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: In a departure from his usual "off-the-books" tactics, Voight turns to Halstead for advice on how to keep Anna safe legally. They ultimately use family leverage to flip a gang member named Paco rather than resorting to violence.
Reviewers from TV Fanatic praised the "case-heavy" nature of the episode and the evolving egalitarian partnership between Voight and Halstead. Conversely, some critics from Fangirlish felt the focus on Voight's redemption arc was unconvincing and came at the expense of character relationships like "Upstead" (Upton and Halstead) or "Burzek" (Burgess and Ruzek). Chicago PD Season 9 Episode 12 Review: To Protect Chicago Police Department S09E12 FRENCH HDTV
In , titled "To Protect" , the Intelligence Unit shifts its full focus toward dismantling the brutal Los Temidos gang and its elusive leader, Javier Escano. The episode is a significant pivot point for Hank Voight as he attempts to navigate a more "legal" path under the watchful eye of his partner, Jay Halstead. Key Plot Developments : In a departure from his usual "off-the-books"
: Voight’s informant, Anna Avalos, pushes to go deep undercover within the gang. However, her trauma resurfaces when she hears a voice at a party that reminds her of the gang members who previously assaulted her, nearly blowing her cover. Conversely, some critics from Fangirlish felt the focus
: The team begins the episode by responding to a series of murders—four bodies in the first 15 minutes—that lead them directly to the Los Temidos organization.
: While Voight, Halstead, and Anna take center stage, Kim Burgess utilizes her Spanish skills during a bakery stakeout, while Hailey Upton and Kevin Atwater work as a rare, albeit briefly seen, partnership. Critical Reception