In the episode titled ‘Family Affair,’ Maggie and her team members embark on a mission to rescue a pregnant woman abducted by a cult leader. While attempting to infiltrate the commune, Maggie and her partner are discovered by brainwashed children and come under attack. Maggie is shot in the ensuing chaos, leading her to reflect on her role as a mother figure to her late friend’s child, Ella.
Maggie’s close encounter prompts her colleague, OA, to suggest she take some time off, fearing the traumatic event has taken a toll on her. Fans have taken to social media to express their concerns and speculate on whether Peregrym’s character will indeed leave the show. The episode’s ending leaves the possibility of Maggie’s departure unresolved, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the remaining episodes of Season 6 for further clues.
