Chicago P.D. has never been afraid to pull at our heartstrings. The show has a long history of shocking deaths, emotional goodbyes, and gut-wrenching exits — all in the name of realism and gripping storytelling. As we look ahead to the next season, fans are bracing themselves once again. With storylines growing more intense and danger always just around the corner, these 15 characters have us worried they might not make it out alive.
1. Hank Voight
The heart and soul of Intelligence, Voight has survived more than most. But with years of bending the rules, making enemies, and carrying emotional burdens, we fear his past may finally catch up with him. A heroic end or a fall from grace could be looming.
2. Kim Burgess
After surviving a kidnapping and trauma that forever changed her, Kim continues to push forward. But her tendency to throw herself into danger could make her a tragic hero if the writers decide to deliver another emotional punch.
3. Adam Ruzek
Ruzek’s loyalty often leads him into risky situations. Following the events of Season 12, especially with how personal his work has become, we can’t help but worry that he might make the ultimate sacrifice — especially for Kim or the team.
4. Hailey Upton
Still grappling with her emotional wounds and the weight of her choices, Upton seems more lost than ever. If she continues down her current path, we fear her fate might mirror the darkness she’s been drowning in.
5. Trudy Platt
A beloved character and steady presence, Trudy isn’t often in the line of fire — but that’s exactly what would make her potential death even more devastating. The team needs her, and we hope the writers know that.
6. Kevin Atwater
Kevin’s deep sense of justice has made him one of the most admirable officers. But with the pressures of race, duty, and the thin blue line weighing on him, a tragic confrontation could be in store.
7. Dante Torres
As one of the newer recruits, Torres has brought energy and perspective to Intelligence. But new characters often carry high risk in shows like this, and fans are watching closely to see whether he’ll survive his rookie years.
8. Samantha Beck
Voight’s connection with Samantha Beck and her son threw a wrench into his moral compass. If her past comes back to haunt her, she may become a casualty of her own associations — and it could destroy Voight emotionally.
9. Deputy Superintendent Samantha Miller
A powerful force in police reform, Miller has made enemies within and outside the system. If someone decides to silence her, it could shake the CPD and ignite a whole new kind of war.
10. Sean O’Neal (If He Returns)
One of the most hated villains in recent memory, if Sean returns, it’s likely for revenge. But just as likely is his death — possibly at the hands of Voight or someone he’s wronged.
11. Makayla Burgess
Though it would be unthinkable, Makayla has been through more than any child should endure. If she’s put in harm’s way again, it could mark one of the most devastating turns in Chicago P.D. history.
12. Andre Cooper (From Chicago Med)
If the franchise is planning a crossover tragedy, Cooper — or another character from Chicago Med or Chicago Fire — could pay the price. These emotional shocks unify the shows and tear the fanbase apart.
13. Vanessa Rojas (If She Returns)
Still a question mark, Rojas’s absence has never been fully explained. If she reappears, it might be just to give her a final storyline — and possibly, a heartbreaking goodbye.
14. Joe Cruz (Chicago Fire)
While not a regular on Chicago P.D., his connections to the team — especially through crossovers — make his survival matter. And with recent foreshadowing on Fire, fans are bracing for the worst.
15. The City of Chicago Itself
It may not be a character, but the city’s shifting politics, crime, and corruption feel like living forces. If something catastrophic happens to shake the foundations — like a bombing, riot, or mass shooting — no one is safe.
Chicago P.D. has always balanced gripping action with deep emotional stakes. As the new season approaches, fans know better than to expect comfort. With so many characters walking tightropes of morality, pain, and risk — we can only hope our favorites make it through. But in the world of Chicago P.D., nobody is truly safe.
