Velasco was shot in the line of duty during an episode of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” He survived the incident and continued to work on the team.
In the episode titled “A Final Call at Forlini’s Bar,” Detective Joe Velasco, played by Octavio Pisano, was caught in a dangerous situation that led to him being shot. The incident occurred while he was working undercover, and it highlighted the risks that the SVU detectives regularly face in their line of work. Despite the severity of the situation, Velasco’s character was not killed off. Instead, he was shown to recover from his injuries, demonstrating his resilience and commitment to his role in the Special Victims Unit. His experience with being shot added depth to his character and allowed for further development in subsequent episodes, where he continued to be an integral part of the team, tackling complex and sensitive cases.