Chicago P.D.longtime showrunner Gwen Sigan has opened up about what’s to come for Dante Torres (Benjamin Levy Aguilar) in the second half of season 12. The long-running NBC police drama, part ofDick Wolf’sOne Chicagofranchise, follows the Intelligence Unit of the 21st District as they take on Chicago’s most dangerous criminals, led by the tough Sergeant Voight (Jason Beghe). Joining the unit in season 9, Torres is a street-smart officer whose quiet demeanor hides a haunting past.
In an interview withScreenRant,Sigan reveals how the aftermath of Gloria’s death will shape Torres’ journey in the future. During the young officer’s undercover mission to infiltrate drug lord Rafael Perez’s gang inChicago P.D.season 11, he recruited Rafael’s wife, Gloria, as a confidential informant. Their relationship quickly turned intimate, jeopardizing both the operation and Torres' career. TheChicago P.D.midseason finale delivered a devastating blow as Gloria tragically bled to death in Torres' arms. Here’s what Sigan had to say:
It’s got a lot of repercussions for him. We obviously saw the consequences in real-time as far as the team finding out and how the team reacted and that feeling of betrayal that a lot of the members had that he did this. But we’ll also seea lot of the emotional falloutin the second half of the season.
This death triggers a lot for him and even all the way back to childhood. I think that question of why was he attracted to her, and what she said to him before she died, which was, “We are the same.” I thinkthey were attracted to each other’s traumain a lot of ways, andwe explore that in the second half of the seasonwhen he’s emotionally dealing with the loss of her and also some other events that happen.
It’s an interesting descent a bit for him when he’s not doing well and exploring his relationship with religion and how that’s also kind of helped keep him really grounded. And now that everything’s sort of shaking in his foundation, that sort of shakes too. And so we see him in a different place, and it’s interesting and Benny’s been killing it, so I’m excited for everyone to see those episodes coming up.
What Gloria’s Death Means For Torres In Chicago P.D.
Torres Is Pushed To His Breaking Point
Gloria’s death in theOne Chicago fall finaleis more than just a tragic loss for Torres—it’ll surely becomea catalyst for deep emotional and professional turmoil. Her final words, “We are the same,” will weigh heavily on Torres as he wrestles with his own trauma and past in the gritty criminal underworld as a gang enforcer and incarcerated teen. This tragedy not only exposes his vulnerabilities as an inexperienced and emotionally troubled officer, but also strains his relationships with the Intelligence Unit, many of whom feel betrayed by his actions.
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Beyond the grief, Torres must navigate the mounting pressures of Deputy Chief Reid’s blackmail.Reid has forced the higher-ups of the Intelligence Unit into a compromising situationas he knows Detective Burgess and Sergeant Voight hidTorres and Gloria’s illegal relationshipfrom Internal Affairs. Additionally, as Torres confronts his faith and questions his purpose in law enforcement, his struggle may lead to a downward spiral, putting his future at the 21st District in jeopardy.
Our Take On Torres’ Journey After Gloria’s Death
The Young Officer’s Story Is Just Beginning
Dante Torres has been a standout addition toChicago P.D., with his tragic backstory and childhood incarceration bringing a compelling duality to the character. Gloria’s death deepens his arc, pushing Torres to confront his trauma and reexamine his future as a police officer. This storyline is poised to explore uncharted emotional territory for Torres as he turns towards his faith and his role within the Intelligence Unit. Benjamin Levy Aguilar’s performance promises to bring authenticity to this challenging chapter, and we’re excited to see how this loss shapes Torres’ evolution in the back halfofseason 12.
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Chicago P.D.: This police drama, set in Chicago’s District 21, follows the distinct units within the Chicago Police Department—uniformed officers addressing street crimes and an Intelligence Unit tackling major offenses such as organized crime and drug trafficking, capturing the dedication of those who serve and protect their community.
