Watch Chicago P.D. Season 8, Episode 16: The Other Side - Peacock

It forced Ruzek to confront his own blind spots regarding how racial injustice affects Atwater differently than himself.

Critics and viewers noted this as one of the show's most effective episodes for its nuanced take on police reform and systemic racism.

You can watch this episode and the rest of the season on streaming platforms like Peacock or YouTube TV .

Ruzek and Atwater are tasked with bringing Wheelan in for arrest. However, the situation turns dangerous when local gang members, led by Duncan’s brother, seek street justice and attempt to assassinate the officer before he reaches the station.

Officer Dave Wheelan shoots a young Black man, Jeff Duncan, during a traffic stop. Dashcam footage quickly reveals the shooting was unjustified, though Wheelan insists he acted in self-defense.

The episode highlights the deep-seated tension between Ruzek and Atwater. While they successfully protect Wheelan from an ambush, the moral divide over police bias and racial injustice pushes their partnership to its limit. Why It Is "Interesting"

Directed by ER alum Eric La Salle, the episode was praised for its chilling and honest exploration of inner bias within law enforcement.