The Jewel Store Job
Story Mission
Execute the perfect heist on Vangelico Jewelry Store.
Alright, we did it! — Michael De Santa
Overview
The Jewel Store Job is the first heist mission in Grand Theft Auto V, orchestrated by Michael De Santa with the help of Lester Crest. The mission involves robbing the Vangelico Jewelry Store in Los Santos, requiring careful planning and execution.
Players choose between two approaches: a loud and aggressive method or a subtle and stealthy one. Depending on the approach, different crew members can be hired, affecting the outcome and the share of the loot.
The mission is a critical turning point in the storyline, marking Michael's return to a life of crime and setting the stage for future heists.
Mission Objectives
- Choose the approach for the heist.
- Select the crew members for the heist.
- Enter the Vangelico Jewelry Store.
- Steal the jewelry within the time limit.
- Escape the store and lose the cops.
Walkthrough
1 Choose the Heist Approach
- Decide on the approach for the heist. Players must choose between the 'Smart' or 'Loud' approach, each requiring different strategies and crew members.
2 Select Crew Members
- Pick the crew for the heist. Select from available gunmen, drivers, and hackers, each with varying skills and cuts of the take.
3 Infiltrate the Jewelry Store
- Enter the store as planned. Depending on the approach, use the appropriate method to gain entry into Vangelico.
4 Steal the Jewelry
- Collect as much jewelry as possible. Quickly grab the jewelry from the cases before the alarm is triggered or time runs out.
5 Escape and Evade the Police
- Flee the scene and lose the cops. Use the getaway vehicle to escape and evade the police pursuit to successfully complete the heist.
Gold Medal Objectives
- Quick Grab — Steal the jewelry within 50 seconds.
- Protege Protected — Ensure no crew members die during the heist.
- Clean Sweep — Steal all the jewelry from the store.
- Accuracy — Achieve at least 70% accuracy during the heist.
To achieve a gold medal, plan the heist carefully and choose skilled crew members. Focus on speed and precision during the jewelry grab and ensure a clean getaway to avoid losing any crew members.
Aftermath
After the heist, Michael and his crew divide the loot, with Michael receiving a significant portion. The success of the heist draws the attention of Trevor Philips, who recognizes Michael's involvement.
The mission unlocks the next storyline mission, 'Mr. Philips', which introduces Trevor Philips as a playable character and advances the narrative.
Trivia
- The mission is the first major heist in the game, setting the standard for future heists.
- Players can choose between two approaches, affecting the mission's difficulty and outcome.
- The amount of money stolen varies based on crew selection and performance.
- This mission marks the first time players can control multiple characters during a heist.
- The mission introduces the concept of hiring crew members with different skill levels.
Featured
- Michael De SantaPlayable protagonist
- Lester CrestMission planner
- Franklin ClintonCrew member option
- Vangelico Jewelry StoreHeist location
- Trevor PhilipsIntroduced post-mission
