David, a former journalist for the New York Times, experiences a harrowing night when he and his peculiar new neighbor, Robert, accidentally collide with a girl on her bicycle. Under the influence and confused, David is persuaded by Robert to abandon the scene and leave the injured girl behind to safeguard his career. Robert, showing no guilt, commits heinous acts in the name of friendship to keep their secret hidden. As the police intensify their search for the hit-and-run driver, the situation spirals out of control when David is assigned by his local newspaper to report on the incident. During his investigation, he encounters Vanessa, the sister of the deceased girl, and despite the tragic circumstances, they form an unexpected romantic bond. This connection both surprises and troubles David, while prompting Robert to take drastic measures to maintain his hold on their friendship.