Still, since Will is the main character in Will Trent, he is sometimes allowed more grace than the others. It also helps that he is one of the most likable figures in the series. Nevertheless, the fact that Will has gotten away with a divisive act that is considered a big no-no in the law enforcement world twice is a bit confusing.
Will Has Turned On His Fellow Police Officer Twice In Will Trent
Will Arrested Angie In Season 2
When Will Trent introduced its protagonist to the audience in the pilot episode, one of the first things we learned about him was his role in breaking a police corruption case wide open, which ended many careers. He was essentially the one responsible for the firing of numerous cops in the Atlanta Police Department. This included Faith’s mother, Evelyn.
Faith blamed Will for her mother losing her job, resulting in some contention between the two at the beginning of their partnership at the GBI in Will Trent. Others in the APD, aside from Faith, also looked down upon Will for turning on his fellow cop when the series debuted. However, the contention between Will and APD officers (and Faith) was short-lived.
He could either help Angie continue lying or turn her in. It’s important to note that Crystal’s mother likely would’ve told someone about Angie anyway, but Will’s sense of duty also led to his decision to arrest her. He chose what he thought was the right thing to do. However, that doesn’t mean that it didn’t break Will’s heart to do so.
Will’s Actions Barely Had Any Consequences
Will’s Betrayal Was Brief
Yes, Will turning his back on his fellow police officer twice in Will Trent had some consequences. They weren’t deep-rooted, though. In fact, it’s easy to forget about his first “transgression” because the other characters seemingly forgave him quite quickly. Meanwhile, Angie’s arrest is much more memorable, given that she was someone Will cared for deeply.
Will faced some backlash from other cops in Will Trent season 1, but it was fleeting. We mostly just saw it during the pilot. Will’s involvement in the police corruption case didn’t really have any lasting effect on his character or on his story, despite how big a deal it was for the protagonist to blow the whistle on his colleagues.
Will’s actions not having enduring ramifications is quite odd, especially since there is a sort of unofficial pact among cops about having each other’s backs (even when they commit crimes). He did the right thing, of course. However, that doesn’t change the fact that Will’s status as a pariah in the Atlanta law enforcement community should’ve lasted longer in the ABC cop show.
