Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 12 May Have Been The Darkest Episode Yet

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Contains spoilers for “Chicago P.D.” Season 12, Episode 12 — “The Good Shepherd” 

The TV series ‘Chicago P.D.’ is known for its raw, gloomy themes and characters who are tough-as-nails, often dealing with harsh situations. However, Episode 12 of Season 12, titled “The Good Shepherd,” stands out as one of the most distressing portrayals of crime ever shown on ‘Chicago P.D.’. Actor Benjamin Levy Aguilar, who has appeared on the show before, takes the lead in this episode as Dante Torres. In a heart-wrenching plotline, he struggles to save innocent victims from a horrific, life-threatening situation that proves too late for many children. Despite the grim circumstances, Dante manages to rescue some of the kids, demonstrating the show’s authentic and straightforward narrative style.

In the episode titled “The Good Shepherd,” Dante undergoes a challenging ordeal. This particular installment is particularly difficult to watch due to its intense and unsettling events that unfolded last Wednesday, making it one of the most troubling episodes in the season so far.

What happened during The Good Shepherd?

In the story “The Good Shepherd,” Dante Torres discovers the remains of a 15-year-old boy. It’s revealed that this child had fled from a nearby youth correctional facility, where he was brutally assaulted. This institution is infamous for its poor conditions, and as Torres investigates further, he uncovers numerous disturbing facts about the facility’s operations. However, the most shocking revelation lies ahead.

During their investigation into young Kai’s disappearance, Torres interrogates his cellmate, Tommy Lopez (Daniel Taveras). Eventually, Tommy guides Torres to Art Cervantes (Michael Garza), who was exploiting fellow inmates by selling them to pedophiles. The reason why no one realized that Kai had left the premises? Because the guards weren’t reviewing the security camera footage since they were aware that adults on the property were abusing children sexually.

Later on, Torres discovers that the children were being sexually assaulted in the basement of the faculty following a fight between Tommy and Art. Eventually, Art admits that a seemingly benevolent guard named C.O. Theo Collins (played by Dylan Saunders) had been exploiting him, brainwashing him into accepting the system. In response, Torres kills Collins, and a purge of the faculty ensues.

How did the events of The Good Shepherd affect Torres?

In the gritty streets of Chicago, Dante Torres persevered to uphold justice for its residents, so the gruesome sights within the detention center deeply impacted him. Previously, the series has explored his background, showcasing his fluency in Spanish and recounting his early years. In this episode, we find him at church, discussing matters with his priest, highlighting the role of faith in his life.

Dante recognizes that there’s a lot going on with Tommy and Art, particularly as Art’s crucifix tattoo reminds him of himself and his religious beliefs and difficult past. All Dante can ponder is how he managed to change his own trajectory, which he believes both Tommy and Art deserve, despite their initially questionable behavior. Ultimately, Dante rescues both boys from lives of degradation by demonstrating the progress he’s made over time in a natural and effortless way.

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2025-02-08 03:00