Chicago PD Season 13 Episode 4 Reveals Voight's Troubled Past Amid Citywide Robberies

In Chicago PD Season 13, Episode 4, titled "Root Cause," viewers noticed the absence of LaRoyce Hawkins’ character, Kevin Atwater, which was unaddressed in the episode, causing confusion among fans. However, the show plans to center the next episode around Atwater, featuring a reunion with an old police academy friend amid a city bombing. This episode also delves into Eva Imani's backstory, revealing her history of searching for her sister and her bilingual skills, while highlighting her partnership with Hank Voight in investigating a series of violent robberies. A significant plot development unveils a mysterious, disturbing photo of a bruised young boy left on Voight's car, later revealed to be a glimpse into his abusive childhood, challenging previous perceptions of his character. The episode balances intense action sequences with slower, character-driven moments, enhancing the storytelling quality, and teases further exploration of Voight's past and Imani's family secrets in upcoming episodes.