In the midst of a ransom payment, Herbert Scott remains missing, prompting a police chief to focus on his spendthrift nephew Larry as a prime suspect. However, a federal operator named Morrison disagrees, assigning his top female operative, Betty Mason, to investigate the case.
Held for Ransom
The ransom has been paid, but Herbert Scott remains missing. Police chief suspects Larry Scott, the nephew with a history of spending recklessly, but federal operator Morrison has a differing opinion.