The gang chases Tom who takes refuge in a nearby church, where he is mistaken for a looter by Karen who knocks him out. He wakes up in a cell, and tells Sheriff Mike Collins about the gang and the money. The Sheriff and Chief Deputy Wayne Bryce leave him locked up and go to investigate, whilst Deputy Phil is ordered to take Karen out of town. Karen pushes Phil out of the boat to return to protect the church, which she is restoring.