Griffin Darden, the son of a firefighter who died in the line of duty, was involved in a tragic accident in the series “Chicago Med.” He was hit by a car and later died from his injuries.
In the show, Griffin Darden is the son of Andy Darden, a firefighter who was a close friend of Matthew Casey, one of the main characters in the related show “Chicago Fire.” Griffin’s father, Andy, died in the line of duty during the first episode of “Chicago Fire,” which deeply affected many characters across the Chicago franchise.
Griffin’s storyline in “Chicago Med” is a continuation of the tragic events that seem to follow the Darden family. In a crossover event with “Chicago Fire,” Griffin is brought into the emergency department of Gaffney Chicago Medical Center after being struck by a vehicle. Despite the efforts of the medical team, Griffin’s injuries are too severe, and he ultimately succumbs to them.
This event has a significant emotional impact on the characters, especially those who knew his father and had watched Griffin grow up. It serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by first responders and their families, as well as the close-knit nature of the community depicted in the “Chicago” series universe.