How LaRoyce Hawkins Exits ‘Chicago P.D.’ In Season 14
LaRoyce Hawkins has made his final appearance as a series regular on *Chicago P.D.*, where he has played Kevin Atwater since the show’s first season. The Season 14 premiere gives the character a hopeful departure centred on his new family and his decision to consider a career change.
Atwater welcomes his son, Malcolm, with Tasha Fox, then is shot while on duty; his bulletproof vest protects him. The experience prompts him to tell Hank Voight that parenting comes first and to explore teaching at the police academy or a role in Atlanta. He leaves the team without settling on a plan, and the story leaves open the possibility of a future return.
- LaRoyce Hawkins exits as a series regular after playing Kevin Atwater since Season 1.
- Atwater’s near-fatal shooting helps him put family first.
- His next career move is undecided, leaving room for a return.
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Chicago P.D. is a police drama set in Chicago, following officers in the city’s Intelligence Unit as they investigate serious crimes. Kevin Atwater, played by LaRoyce Hawkins, has been part of the team since the series began.
Atwater works under Sergeant Hank Voight, whose unit handles cases that often put officers in danger. The story also connects his work to his family life, including his son Malcolm, and the choices parents may face when balancing a demanding job with caring for a child.
The series is part of the Chicago television franchise, alongside Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. Characters sometimes move between the shows, and departures can leave room for later appearances.