Chicago P.D. season 8 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In an intense undercover operation, the team targets drug dealers, the Becerra Brothers, leading to a dangerous shootout. Their investigation points to a new threat, Keith Monahan, a lethal drug dealer. Reluctantly, they use Tommy, a struggling CI, to gather intel from Logan Teague, another dealer with ties to Monahan. Despite Tommy's challenges with addiction, they orchestrate a sting operation. It goes awry; Monahan is captured, but Tommy gets critically injured. The episode highlights the team's struggle with changing police protocols and the moral complexities of their actions.
Full Episode S08E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Becerra Brothers?
Enrique and Hector Becerra, members of the Latin Players gang involved in drug dealing.
What was the undercover operation's objective?
To buy drugs from the Becerra Brothers and arrest them.
Who is Makayla?
A person mentioned in personal conversation, indicating a strong bond within the team.
What happens during the undercover operation?
The operation to buy drugs from the Becerra Brothers turns into a shootout with unexpected gunfire.
How does the team respond to the shootout?
They take cover, call for backup, and regroup to assess the situation.
Who is Keith Monahan?
A new and significant threat in the drug scene, linked to multiple murders.
What is CI Tommy's role in the investigation?
Tommy is a confidential informant, initially reluctant but persuaded to help investigate Logan Teague and Keith Monahan.
Who is Logan Teague?
A player in the drug scene with connections to Keith Monahan.
What happens during the meeting with Logan Teague?
Logan becomes suspicious of Tommy's sobriety and pulls a gun, leading to his arrest.
How does the police team plan to catch Monahan?
They set up a sting operation with the help of Tommy and Logan Teague's information.
What is the outcome of the sting operation?
Monahan is apprehended, but Tommy gets critically wounded in the process.
Why does Adam Ruzek hesitate to shoot Monahan?
Adam hesitates due to new police protocols and his own uncertainty, reflecting a change within the police force.
What is the condition of Tommy after the operation?
Tommy is hospitalized with a critical gunshot wound, and his fate is uncertain.
What ethical concerns are raised in the episode?
The use of Tommy as an informant while struggling with drug addiction and the implications of new police protocols.
How does the episode reflect on the police force's challenges?
It shows the team grappling with changes in protocols and the moral complexities of their work.