Chicago Fire Chief Pascal Fired After Arrest

Who will lead Firehouse 51 after the termination of Chief Dom Pascal?

Published on Mar. 12, 2026

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Chief Dom Pascal of Firehouse 51 in Chicago has been fired by the Chicago Fire Department after his arrest last week during an FBI investigation. Pascal, played by actor Dermot Mulroney, was terminated for "unbecoming conduct" according to the department, which said they were making an example out of him. This comes after it was reported that Mulroney would be stepping back from the show this season, leaving questions about who will now be in charge of the beloved firehouse.

Why it matters

Chief Pascal has been a central figure on the long-running Chicago Fire TV series, so his sudden termination will have major implications for the show's storylines and characters going forward. Fans are eager to learn who will step up to lead Firehouse 51 in his absence.

The details

Last week's crossover episode saw Chief Pascal get arrested after overstepping during an FBI investigation. The Chicago Fire Department has now officially terminated Pascal, citing "unbecoming conduct" and saying they are trying to make an example out of him. This comes after reports that actor Dermot Mulroney, who plays Pascal, would be leaving the show this season.

  • Last week, Chief Pascal was arrested during an FBI investigation.
  • On March 12, 2026, the Chicago Fire Department announced Pascal's termination.

The players

Chief Dom Pascal

The former battalion chief of Firehouse 51 in Chicago, who has now been fired by the Chicago Fire Department.

Dermot Mulroney

The actor who portrays Chief Dom Pascal on the TV series Chicago Fire.

Chicago Fire Department

The municipal fire department that has terminated Chief Pascal for "unbecoming conduct".

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What they’re saying

“We must make an example out of those who overstep their bounds and jeopardize public safety.”

— Chicago Fire Department

What’s next

The Chicago Fire Department has not yet announced who will replace Chief Pascal as the new leader of Firehouse 51.

The takeaway

Chief Pascal's sudden termination will have major ramifications for the characters and storylines on the long-running Chicago Fire TV series, as fans wonder who will step up to lead Firehouse 51 in his absence.