In this week’s episode of The Rookie, titled “Darkness Falling,” Wesley Evers returns to the district attorney’s office after his eventful stint with the LAPD. It’s a transition that will likely be fraught with challenges as he readjusts to the world of legal maneuvering after experiencing the raw immediacy of police work.
But his return to the DA’s office isn’t just about paperwork and courtroom arguments; it seems his past experiences within the LAPD will become directly relevant to a current investigation, creating a complicated intersection of his personal and professional lives.
Meanwhile, Officer Lucy Chen’s suspicions about Sergeant Tim Bradford’s new romantic interest, a character known as Seth, continue to grow. Whether these suspicions are founded or simply a case of misplaced jealousy will undoubtedly be a key element of the ongoing storyline.
Elsewhere in the episode, Bailey Nune and John Nolan find themselves at odds over matters of safety, a disagreement that could create friction in their relationship.
Don’t miss “Darkness Falling” airing on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 10:00 PM on ABC. It looks to be an episode that will address lingering questions while introducing new complications.