The narrative revolves around Steve Thompson, a man driven by his unresolved feelings for his ex-wife, Anna. Returning to Los Angeles, Steve hopes to reignite their romance despite the clear risks involved. Resuming his job as a driver for an armored-truck company, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of love and crime.

Anna, now married to mobster Slim Dundee, secretly rekindles her affair with Steve. To obscure their relationship, Steve devises a plan that involves leading Dundee into an armored-truck robbery. However, the heist goes awry, and Dundee betrays Steve, leaving him wounded and under suspicion. Ironically, Steve is hailed as a hero for supposedly thwarting the robbery.

While recovering in the hospital, Steve learns that Dundee has sent someone to bring him in. Using his resourcefulness, Steve bribes the man to take him to Anna instead. They plan to escape together with the stolen money and start anew. However, upon seeing Steve’s injuries and fearing the relentless pursuit of Dundee, Anna reveals her true intentions. In a shocking betrayal, she declares her plan to take the money and abandon Steve.

Their confrontation is cut short when Dundee arrives, having anticipated Steve’s move. In a tragic conclusion, Dundee kills both Anna and Steve. As he prepares to leave the scene, the sound of approaching sirens signals that justice may soon catch up with him.

This story is a poignant exploration of love, betrayal, and the consequences of desperate choices, underscoring how personal flaws and poor judgment can lead to devastating outcomes.