Five years ago, a car crushed the legs of Detective Sergeant Jake Mathews, confining him to a wheelchair. Following intensive rehabilitation, Jake is ready to resume his detective duties in whatever capacity that he is able. Considering his disability, the Lincoln Police Department assigns the detective to investigate cold case files. With the assistance of an unlikely trio, Jake scours long forgotten cases for investigative flaws and searches for clues to the crime's perpetrators. After bringing resolution to a few victims who underestimate Jake's prowess, one murderer targets the detective. Jake Mathews: Unsolved Mysteries is an entertaining look into the sometimes-negligent work of a police department and the brilliant mind of a competent investigator.