Special Investigator Lane Carson is assigned to uncover a series of mysterious crimes plaguing the city. Clues lead him to a sinister mastermind, known only as The Phantom Ruler, whose ultimate goal is global domination. The Phantom Ruler's henchmen are on a spree of thefts and sabotage, all involving advanced scientific equipment. These treacherous actions are directed by an invisible force, leaving the authorities baffled and desperate for answers. Lane's investigation becomes more complex as he encounters scientific explanations of the bizarre occurrences that suggest an unseen enemy operating within plain sight.

Teaming up with local reporter Carol Richards, Carson delves deeper into the mystery, tracing the source of The Phantom Ruler's power. Together, they discover that the villain has access to a device capable of rendering objects and people invisible in short bursts, facilitating the virtually untraceable crimes. Their pursuit pits them against numerous dangers, leading to uncovering the true scale of The Phantom Ruler's plans. As Lane and Carol close in on their elusive adversary, they must navigate hazardous encounters and unravel the clues before the invisible threat achieves its destructive objectives.