Christopher Meloni leaving "Law & Order"
(CBS/AP) It seems we've seen the last of Elliot Stabler and his crime-stopping days.
Actor Christopher Meloni, who plays Stabler, reportedly has decided that he will not be returning to "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" this coming fall.
The Emmy nominated actor and Universal Media Studios were unable to come to terms on a new contract, according to a person familiar with the situation, who spoke Tuesday on condition of anonymity because NBC had yet to make an official comment on the situation.
However, Mariska Hargitay, Meloni's co-star will return for the show's 13th season, the person said.
It wasreported earlier this month that Hargitay's character will be promoted to a supervisor's position and Jennifer Love Hewitt will step into her position as Meloni's partner. Now, what will happen?