Dzundza was disappointed when he realized that "Law & Order" would be more of an ensemble show rather than a show starring him. Though the cast liked his portrayal of Greevey, they increasingly felt uncomfortable around Dzundza, who was also under stress from the constant commute between New York City and his home in Los Angeles. Dzundza quit after the first season of the show, making his last full appearance in the season finale, "The Blue Wall". In the opening scene of the second season premiere, "Confession", Greevey (played in the scene by an uncredited stunt double) is shot and killed by a hit man working for a crime syndicate he is investigating. He is succeeded by Sgt. Phil Cerreta (Paul Sorvino).