The 2025 One Chicago crossover was explosive in every sense of the word—but nothing hit harder than Trudy Platt’s shooting. Known for her toughness and sharp tongue, Trudy has long been a backbone of Chicago PD. But her injury—and the ripple it caused in Chicago Fire—altered both shows forever.
The Shooting That Shook Both Teams
Trudy was shot while escorting a witness in what was supposed to be a routine transfer. The attack was targeted and methodical—clear signs that someone wanted to send a message. While Chicago PD scrambled to investigate, Firehouse 51 was called in to manage the chaos at the scene.
Herrmann, who has always had a soft spot for Trudy, was among the first on the scene. His reaction—rushing past medics to get to her—was deeply personal. It reminded viewers that One Chicago doesn’t just cross over storylines—it crosses hearts.
A Tense Hospital Vigil
Trudy’s hospitalization created one of the crossover’s most powerful sequences: Voight, Burgess, and Mouch standing silently outside her room, joined by Boden and Herrmann. No words were needed. Just pain—and hope.
Even after she stabilized, Trudy’s future remained uncertain. Would she return to duty? And if not, how would that affect both units?
Fallout And Future
Trudy’s near-death experience shook everyone, but it also forced characters like Mouch and Herrmann to reassess their own choices. The incident subtly laid the groundwork for Herrmann’s later decision to step back from a Chief promotion—choosing to be in the field, not behind a desk, where he could still protect the people he loved.
It wasn’t just a moment of violence. It was a turning point for the entire One Chicago universe.
