What is happening in Firehouse 51? Deadline reveals that Eamonn Walker will be leaving at the end of the current season of Chicago Fire. The news comes after the latest episode, which saw Chief Boden out for the firehouse, raising concerns about what was happening in his life. The character won’t be killed off, so Walker will be able to return to the show in a recurring capacity in the future. Details about what prompted this decision will be revealed in the season finale, which airs on May 22.

Chief Boden is one of Chicago Fire‘s most beloved characters. He is a tough man, a quality he uses to protect his people and the firehouse. Boden has climbed the leadership ladder beginning as Battalion Chief of Battalion 25. He was recently promoted to Deputy District Chief and is now up for promotion to Deputy Fire Chief. The promotions haven’t been without their issues, and the latest has put him at odds with Paramedic Chief Robinson (Laura Allen). The latest episode saw Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) take over responsibilities in Boden’s absence, and if Boden makes it to the top of Fire Brass, it would mean less time at the firehouse. He got ahead of this problem before by moving his office to the firehouse but this might not cut it this time around.