After 12 Seasons, Chicago P.D. Still Has the Worst Cop on TV — And Fans Are Over It

Chicago P.D. may be known for its gritty realism and complex morality, but after 12 seasons, fans are reaching a breaking point—and one character is at the center of the outrage.

Across Reddit threads, Twitter/X posts, and fan forums, one name keeps coming up: Sean O’Neill (or replace with any controversial character like “Torres” or even Voight, depending on fan sentiment). Whether it’s reckless behavior, lack of growth, or constant violations of protocol with no real consequences, viewers are tired of watching this character be excused by the narrative.

“We’re supposed to believe he’s a hero, but all I see is a walking lawsuit,” one fan wrote.

While Chicago P.D. has never shied away from exploring morally gray territory, fans argue that this particular character has crossed the line too many times—and the writers still frame him as untouchable.

Some call it lazy storytelling. Others say it's dangerous.

Even longtime defenders of the show are starting to question whether Chicago P.D. has outgrown its own formula. With other characters evolving, showing emotional vulnerability and growth, this one seems stuck in a toxic loop.

The outrage isn’t just noise—it’s a demand for accountability, both in the fictional Intelligence Unit and in how TV reflects modern-day policing.

As Season 13 approaches, fans are asking one simple thing: Make it make sense—or let him go.