Adam Ruzek demonstrates his loyalty by taking a bullet for Atwater during a high-stakes situation where patrol backup failed to arrive. Production Credits

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Patrol officers stop responding to calls from Atwater’s team, putting them in physical danger.

The central investigation involves Billy Braddem, the son of an influential former police officer turned alderman. Billy is found at a crime scene cradling his friend, Isla, who has been fatally stabbed.