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: The team discovers a young witness named D’Anthony , who becomes a crucial asset in identifying the ruthless killer, "Pulpo".

"Stepping Stone" serves as a blueprint for the series' core themes: "Chicago P.D." Stepping Stone (TV Episode 2014) - IMDb [S1E1] Stepping Stone

The Brutal Foundation: Why "Stepping Stone" Still Matters When Chicago P.D. premiered on , it didn’t just enter the One Chicago universe—it crashed into it. While its predecessor Chicago Fire offered a hopeful look at first responders, " Stepping Stone " (S1E1) immediately established a darker, grittier tone where the lines between "good cop" and "criminal" are dangerously blurred. The Man at the Center: Hank Voight : The team discovers a young witness named