Original Chicago P.D. Cast Member Exits After More Than a Decade on the Force

LaRoyce Hawkins, who has played Officer Kevin Atwater on NBC's Chicago P.D. since its 2014 debut, is leaving the series during its upcoming 14th season. His departure marks the exit of another original cast member from the long-running drama.

According to Deadline, Hawkins will return for the first two to three episodes of Season 14 to conclude his character's storyline. The show is already casting a new Black cop to fill the void, described as an 'agent of chaos'. Wolf Entertainment declined to comment on the departure. "the show is currently casting a new Black cop described as an 'agent of chaos' to replace him" :: Deadline

DeadlineLaRoyce Hawkins to Exit 'Chicago P.D.' After 13 Seasons as Series Regular

Variety confirmed the exit, reporting that his character's departure will occur early in the season, though details are being kept confidential. Hawkins also appeared as Atwater in crossovers with other 'One Chicago' shows and has additional credits including Disney's 'Ironheart'. "details are being kept confidential" :: Variety

VarietyLaRoyce Hawkins Leaving 'Chicago P.D.' After 14 Seasons as Officer Kevin Atwater

TVLine also reported the cast shake-up but offered limited details on the circumstances of his departure or how the show will address it. The move comes as Chicago P.D. continues to evolve its ensemble after more than a decade on air.

TVLineLaRoyce Hawkins to Exit 'Chicago P.D.' After 14 Seasons as Kevin Atwater