One Chicago: Does Adam Ruzek die in the latest crossover? The character's fate explored 

The latest One Chicago crossover, 'Into the Trenches,' put Chicago’s finest to the test. The TV event had fans of Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and Chicago P.D. glued to their screens for a full three hours. The story was about a gas explosion that shook the city.

People are buzzing about whether Adam Ruzek dies in the One Chicago crossover event. Let me put your minds at ease—no, he doesn’t.

Even though he gets caught in a pretty bad situation, with a tunnel falling on top of him and everything, he makes it through. This brave police officer gets trapped with Stella Kidd, another character we all know and love, and together they have to fight to stay alive. Everyone watching was so worried for them, especially when they realized how dangerous it all was.

But, thankfully, even though Adam gets hurt, he pulls through. It was a close call, but he is a survivor. It is a testament to the strength and courage of the characters we see every week on these One Chicago shows.

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Adam Ruzek’s near-death experience on the One Chicago crossover

Adam Ruzek’s part in 'Into the Trenches' had him in one of the scariest spots during the One Chicago crossover event. After a huge explosion, Ruzek and Stella Kidd ended up stuck under the ground when the tunnels they were in collapsed. This made their loved ones, especially Burgess and Severide desperately look for a way to rescue them.

As TV Insider reported on January 29, 2025, the person in charge of the rescue operation was Battalion Chief Pascal. He first told everyone to get out because the building was unsafe, but Severide, Herrmann, and Mouch couldn’t leave their friends behind. They came up with a quick plan to save Kidd and Ruzek.

While all this was happening, Ruzek remained calm and strong, taking care of Kidd’s wounds and keeping them together even when the air was getting thinner and thinner. The suspense grew when another explosion hit the tunnels, and everyone lost contact with One Chicago's Ruzek for a bit.

But, in the end, Severide and the rescue crew reached them. They pulled Ruzek and Kidd out of the wreckage in the nick of time. Despite being injured, Ruzek was able to walk away with some small injuries. This scene shows how tough Ruzek is and how much the team sticks together and fights for each other.

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What does this mean for the One Chicago star couple Ruzek and Burgess?

Following the One Chicago crossover, the folks behind Chicago P.D. have revealed that Ruzek’s harrowing near-death situation will impact his relationship with Kim Burgess. In an interview with Hello Magazine, the creators mentioned that his brush with the Grim Reaper will likely draw him and Burgess closer than ever, and strengthen their bond that's been through quite the rollercoaster.

Burgess, who was on pins and needles waiting for updates on Ruzek during the crossover, was shaken by the thought of losing him. The show's final part of the crossover had her rushing to his side as soon as he was out of danger, creating a heartwarming scene that showcased their deep-rooted connection.

As TV Insider suggests, this could lead to twists in their relationship, possibly even a more profound emotional bond forming between the two.

On a professional level, Ruzek’s traumatic underground experience might influence how he performs within the Chicago P.D. ranks. It is possible that the crossover incident could affect his approach to his job in the field, potentially leading to a temporary change in his duties or pushing him to confront his fears directly. One Chicago fans need to wait and see how this shapes his journey.

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Those who want to watch Into the Trenches and all the One Chicago episodes tune into NBC or catch up the day after on Peacock or Hulu.