Police Riot

Overview

The Police Riot is a specialized armored vehicle utilized by law enforcement agencies in Grand Theft Auto V. Manufactured by Brute, it is designed for riot control and crowd management, featuring a robust armored exterior and a powerful engine.

This vehicle is primarily used by the police during high-threat situations, such as riots or other civil disturbances. Its heavy-duty construction allows it to withstand significant damage, making it an ideal choice for maintaining order in chaotic environments.

While not the fastest vehicle in the game, the Police Riot compensates with its high durability and capacity to transport multiple officers, making it a strategic asset in law enforcement operations.

Performance

The Police Riot is built for durability and protection, with high armor and decent handling for an armored vehicle.

Customization

The Police Riot cannot be customized at Los Santos Customs or any other modification shop.

How to Obtain

The Police Riot is not available for purchase and cannot be stored in the player's garage. It is typically encountered during high-level wanted situations or specific missions involving law enforcement.

Players can find the Police Riot spawning at police stations or during certain missions where riot control is required.

Real-World Counterpart

The Police Riot is inspired by real-world armored vehicles used by law enforcement agencies for riot control and crowd management. These vehicles are designed to provide protection and transport for officers in high-risk situations.

Notable Uses

• The Police Riot is prominently used in the mission 'The Paleto Score', where it is employed to transport stolen money.
• It appears during high wanted levels when the police need to deploy heavy-duty vehicles to control the situation.
• The vehicle is also featured in the mission 'The Bureau Raid', where it is used to breach the FIB building.
• In free roam, players can encounter the Police Riot during police chases involving high wanted levels.

Trivia

• The Police Riot is one of the few vehicles in GTA V that cannot be stored in a player's garage.
• It is heavily armored, making it resistant to gunfire and explosions.
• The vehicle can transport up to ten occupants, making it ideal for large-scale operations.
• Despite its size, the Police Riot has decent handling and can maneuver through city streets effectively.
• The Police Riot's design is based on real-world SWAT and riot control vehicles.
• Unlike most vehicles, the Police Riot is not available for purchase through any in-game website.
• It features bulletproof windows, providing additional protection for its occupants.

Variants & Related Emergency Vehicles

The Police Riot does not have direct variants, but there are other armored vehicles in the game that serve similar purposes.

• Police Transporter — A lighter armored police van used for transporting officers and detainees.
• Insurgent — A heavily armored military vehicle that offers high durability and off-road capabilities.
• SWAT Van — An alternative armored vehicle used by law enforcement for tactical operations.