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Entertainment · October 15, 2026

How LaRoyce Hawkins Exits ‘Chicago P.D.’ In Season 14

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LaRoyce Hawkins has exited the NBC police drama 'Chicago P.D.' after 13 seasons as a series regular. His character, Officer Kevin Atwater, was written off in the Season 14 episode titled 'Don’t Blink,' which aired on October 14. In the episode, Atwater survived a shooting and subsequently decided to leave the force to prioritize his family, accepting a teaching position at the police academy in Atlanta. The departure follows a series of cast and crew changes within the One Chicago franchise, though showrunners emphasized that the exit was designed to be optimistic and leaves the door open for potential future appearances.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • LaRoyce Hawkins has left 'Chicago P.D.' after 13 seasons as a series regular.
  • His character, Officer Kevin Atwater, made his final appearance in the Season 14 episode 'Don’t Blink.'
  • The exit episode was directed by former cast member Jesse Lee Soffer.
  • Atwater's character chose to relocate to Atlanta to be with his family after a near-death experience on the job.
  • Atwater accepted a new role teaching at a police academy.
  • The exit was designed to be positive and natural for the character's arc.

Reported by only some outlets

  • Atwater recently became a father to a son named Malcolm.
  • The character's partner is Tasha Fox (played by Karen Obilom).
  • Atwater was shot during a chase, but his bulletproof vest saved him.
  • Showrunner Gwen Sigan stated the exit was intended to be 'positive' and 'optimistic'.
  • NBC executive Jeff Bader noted that cast changes are a regular occurrence in the One Chicago universe.

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