Feature-length crime drama sequel starring Tom Selleck as small-town sheriff Jesse Stone, a former Los Angeles policeman who has relocated to Paradise, Massachusetts after leaving the force as a result of his drinking problem. Stone and his colleague Captain Healy (Stephen McHattie) take it upon themselves to stake out and attempt to apprehend a number of assailants. However, when they are fired at the repercussions run deep as the town council look to remove Stone from his position for acting without official authorisation. Meanwhile, the case of a missing child from seven years ago is once again brought to Stone's attention.