Ep 16. What Puts You On That Ledge

Chicago PD is an American police procedural drama television series set in the second largest city in America, Chicago. It follows the officers of the Chicago Police Department's 21st District, as they battle crime on the streets of the Windy City. The series features an ensemble cast, including Jason Beghe, Jesse Lee Soffer, Sophia Bush, Patrick John Flueger, Marina Squerciati, and LaRoyce Hawkins.

In season 2, episode 16, "What Puts You On That Ledge," the Intelligence Unit is called in to investigate the shooting of a woman in her own apartment. The victim, who was a single mother, had no known enemies and nothing was taken from her home, leaving the detectives puzzled as to a possible motive.

As the detectives begin to delve deeper into the case, they quickly realize that the victim's personal life was more complicated than they first thought. She had recently rekindled a relationship with an ex-boyfriend who was also the father of her child. This man, who had a history of drug abuse and violence, quickly becomes a suspect in the case.

Meanwhile, tension builds in the unit as Sergeant Voight's son, Justin, turns up in the station seeking refuge from a violent ex-girlfriend. Justin's presence causes friction between Voight and his team, particularly with Detective Lindsay who harbors her own personal animosity towards Voight.

Throughout the episode, the detectives work tirelessly to uncover the truth behind the shooting, while dealing with their own personal struggles. They are forced to confront their demons, both past and present, as they navigate the dangerous streets of Chicago.

As the investigation progresses, the detectives must decide what kind of police officers they want to be. Will they be the kind of officers who let their personal lives interfere with their work or will they be the kind of officers who put their duty to protect and serve first?

In "What Puts You On That Ledge," Chicago PD delivers another intense and emotional episode of its second season. The drama is heightened by the personal struggles of the characters, as they push themselves to the brink, both physically and emotionally, in their fight against crime. It's a gripping episode that will leave you on the edge of your seat until the very end.