The Manor Police

Division Training

Division-specific training for ARU (Firearms) and CID. The Manor Police branding.

ARU (Armed Response Unit) Training

By Brad Smith [GC-01]

Introduction

ARU is The Manor Police's firearms command. Officers deal with firearms incidents, weapons, hostage situations, and high-risk operations. They remain police officers and may still attend routine calls when not deployed to armed incidents.

ARU roles

  • Chief Inspector – Head of ARU division (Bronze command)
  • Inspector – Deputy Head of ARU division (Bronze command)
  • Sergeant (SFO) – Bronze command. Specialist Firearms Officer
  • Constable (AFO) – Authorised Firearms Officer and non-command ARU officers

Gold Command sits at force level (Chief Constable, Deputy Chief Constable, Assistant Chief Constable). Silver Command oversees all divisions.

ARU – Command Structure

ARU division command (Bronze) and force-level oversight:

Gold Command

Chief Constable, Deputy Chief Constable, and Assistant Chief Constable. Strategic force-level command only.

Silver Command

Chief Superintendent and Superintendents. Oversee all four divisions including ARU.

Bronze Command – ARU

Head: Chief Inspector | Deputy Head: Inspector | Sergeant (SFO): Specialist Firearms Officer

Constable (AFO)

Non-command ARU officers. Authorised Firearms Officer is the base firearms qualification.

Firearms Legislation

ARU operations must be lawful. Key provisions (Firearms Act and related):

  • Section 16 – Possession with intent to endanger life
  • Section 16A – Possession with intent to cause fear of violence
  • Section 17(1) – Use of force to prevent crime (e.g. save life)
  • Section 17(2) – Arrest for certain offences
  • Section 19 – Carrying in public place
  • Section 1 / 2 / 3 / 5 – Possession and prohibited weapons

All use of force must be proportionate, legal, accountable, necessary and ethical (PLANE).

Equipment & ARU Deployment

ARU officers deploy from Armed Response Vehicles. Standard equipment allocation:

ARU (Armed Response Unit) – AFO / SFO / ARV Crew

  • All Response equipment
  • 1x Class 1 Firearm
  • Required Ammo
  • 1x Class 3 Firearm (Subject to cert)

ARV Crew Composition

ARVs typically deploy with 2 officers (driver and operator). Multiple ARVs form Alpha, Bravo, Charlie teams for containment and tactical operations.

Risk Grading & Deployment

Incidents are graded to determine response:

  • State Red: Active firearms, discharges, hostages, or immediate threat to life. Highest priority; may go straight to scene.
  • State Amber: Believed firearm, BB/air rifle, or incapacitant. May deploy to RVP first for briefing.
  • Risk levels: Low, Medium, High. Match tactics and posture to the grading.

Deployment types

  • RVP (Rendezvous Point): Attend RVP for briefing and tasking before moving to scene where appropriate.
  • Straight to scene: For immediate threat to life (State Red); proceed directly to location.

PLANE

All use of force must be:

  • Proportionate – Minimum force necessary
  • Legal – Lawful authority and necessity
  • Accountable – Decisions and actions documented
  • Necessary – No reasonable alternative
  • Ethical – Integrity and public confidence

Levels of Force

Match, Don't Overmatch

  • No more automatic AR/SMG deployments at banks or robberies.
  • Match force with force:
    • Suspects with a melee → Non Lethal
    • Suspects with pistols → officers may draw pistols.
    • Suspects with ARs → on-scene firearms-trained command may authorize ARs.
  • Snipers & Shotguns are retired - they're off the table for every rank until further notice.
  • Lethal force now requires on-scene authorization.
  • A visible weapon ≠ free fire. Issue a clear verbal warning to drop the weapon.
  • Only fire if the suspect raises or discharges the weapon.
  • Sanctity of life first. Gunfights are fun, but fairness and realism come first.

Moving as a Pack

When responding to any armed incidents, Officers will travel in a convoy. This reason for this is to remain together, in case of a Traffic/Response unit arriving first on scene alone, having to deal with any threat all by themself.

Convoy Protocol

  • Maintain visual contact between vehicles
  • Communicate position and status via radio
  • First ARV on scene establishes initial containment
  • Subsequent ARVs reinforce and form tactical positions

Firearms Challenging

PAW: Persuade, Advise, Warn

UK standard challenge procedure for armed incidents:

  • Confrontational: Direct, authoritative commands. No debating. Examples: "Armed police! Put the weapon down!" or "Drop the gun now!"
  • Conversational: Try to talk to the offender. Ask them what's going on, why they are doing it, etc. Build rapport where safe to do so.
  • Aggression: When dealing with high-risk firearms incidents ARV should display appropriate aggression, including raised voice and clear commands. Match the threat level.

Standard Challenge Script

"Armed police! [Location/Address]! This is the police! Come out with your hands up! You are surrounded!"

Repeat clearly and allow time for compliance. Document all challenges given.

Conventional Shot / Lethal Shot

When discharging a firearms the main goal is to prevent any threat to life by shooting at a suspect to stop them from doing their intended or threatened course of action.

Usually you want to aim for the torso. This is known as a conventional shot.

In some cases only certain body parts like the head will be visible, and to prevent any threat to life an ARV officer will still have to conduct lethal shot. Lethal shot must always be authorised by the TFC (Silver) or above.

Important: Under no circumstances do we use Conventional shot or lethal shot as a tactic to call off negotiations. Before any level of force is conducted negotiations must be called off.

Vehicle Tactics

Compliant Stop and Armed Enquiry

When is this used?

Is conducted when there is a small amount of intelligence to suggest a lethal weapon or threat is inside a vehicle.

How is this conducted?

The tactic is conducted by armed police approaching the subject with there firearms present. They should NOT be raised, but instead held. The armed enquiry is usually reinforced by the bravo vehicle. The stop on the vehicle should be compliant and can be reinforced by the bravo vehicle once the individual has come to a safe stop. All officers can approach the vehicle, request for him to exit and enquire about the intelligence needing investigating. The Alpha, Bravo, Charlie tactic can be utilised on a vehicle enquiry.

Enforced Stop and Extraction

When is this used?

Is conducted when intelligence suggests that there is confirmed to be a firearm in the vehicle however the subject does not have immediate access to it. If its under the back seat, or in the boot.

How its done:

  • Alpha: Pulls in front of the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Driver gets out and moves to the passenger window. Passenger of alpha can point rifle out of the window or they can get out and assist driver / bravo team
  • Bravo: Pulls on the side of the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Driver get outs and uses his bonnet for cover. Passenger points firearm out of window, uses boot for cover or climbs on roof.
  • Charlie: Pulls behind the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Driver and passenger both get out rush the driver an attempt to extract him from the vehicle

Enforced Stop and Contain/Callout

  • Alpha: Pulls in front of the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Drivers getout and uses his bonnet for cover. Passenger points out window, uses boot for cover or climbs on the roof
  • Bravo: Pulls in to the side of the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Driver gets out and uses his bonnet for the cover. Passenger points firearm out window, uses boot for cover, or climbs on the roof
  • Charlie: Pulls behind the vehicle and challenges the suspect. Driving and passenger both get out and wait for compliance from the suspect. Once the suspect is under compliance, charlie vehicle shout orders to the suspect to get them in restraints.

On Foot Tactics

Armed Enquiry (lowest level)

Used when there is limited intelligence to suggest a person has a firearm. Firearms are carried in a carrying or lowered stance—not aimed unless threat is immediate. The OFC can authorise an upgrade to Close Quarters Containment (CQC) if the situation develops. Focus on gathering information; avoid unnecessary aiming. Consider blue-on-blue crossfire and less lethal options (e.g. Taser).

Overt Approach and Detention

Same principle as Armed Enquiry: firearm visible but not aimed unless necessary. Gather information; use less lethal where appropriate.

Open Country Search

Used when a suspect is believed to be in open or rural terrain. Can involve NPAS (air support) and DSU (Specialist Search) where available. Coordinate with command for search areas and containment.

Overt Challenge from Cover

Is used when there is strong intelligence to suggest that someone has a firearm, it could be in their hand or concealed somewhere on the person. This tactic should be conducted from cover. Can be a wall, pillar, or your police vehicle if possible.

  • Arming authority will be granted by command on scene
  • Command will be in charge of firearms assignments, and location of tactic.
  • Remember confrontational approach and aggression!

Containment from Cover

Is used in built up areas

  • Alpha: The alpha unit will contain the top of the street, and should keep a good distance from the suspect. Containing the top will also block the traffic. Alpha should get cover from behind parked vehicles, and be the one to challenge the suspect
  • Bravo: Should come from the side of the suspect, and seek cover from behind their ARV.
  • Charlie: The charlie vehicle is the last in the pack and will block the street from the back. ARV officers should get cover from behind their vehicle and challenge the suspect.

Building Tactics

Contain / Callout - Building

Officers will surround the building, covering all exits, pointing firearms at any windows or doors. Officers should stay behind cover, and attempt to locate suspects inside the building.

The tactics is to get in contact with the suspect, and call them out of the building:

"2741 Forum Dr, This is the armed police, come out of the building with your hands up, you are surrounded"

If tactic is not successful, Command can decide to move in and do a standard entry.

Callout Best Practice

  • State location clearly (address/postcode/landmark)
  • Identify yourself as "armed police"
  • Give clear, simple instructions
  • Repeat if necessary
  • Allow reasonable time for compliance
  • Document all attempts and responses

Limited Entry & Callout

Where containment and callout are not enough, command may authorise limited entry to secure areas or bring out a suspect. Search types:

  • Emergency search – Immediate threat to life; speed critical
  • Deliberate search – Methodical, room by room, with time to plan
  • Dynamic search – Fast but controlled; balance of speed and safety

Limited entry roles (examples):

  • Alpha – Shield (front)
  • Bravo – Shield support / contact, rifle
  • Charlie – CED (Taser) / baton launcher (less lethal)
  • Delta – MOE (Method of Entry) / breacher

Breaching Building

Officers will surround the building covering all exits in teams. When breaching, watch each other’s blind spots and keep cover where possible. Watch crossfire, know where you are, know where other ARV officers are, and COMMUNICATE.

When moving through doors or up stairs, you need to have 2 people minimum to cover each others blind spots and keep communication at a good standard. We want to hear "Left Side clear", "Right side clear" before entering anything.

Post-Incident Procedures

After a firearms discharge the scene is a crime scene. Seal the area and log all entries and exits. If there is injury or death, treat as a critical incident and escalate to Gold Command as required.

After Any Firearm Discharge

  • Secure the scene immediately; seal and log the area
  • Preserve all evidence (weapons, casings, positions)
  • Notify by submitting a discharge report in Discord with all relevant information
  • You are required to submit bodycam and explain the situation and reasoning for the discharge
  • Any and all firearm discharges must be logged, regardless of whether it is an active scene or not

After Any Armed Operation (Raids etc.)

  • Debrief with your division leads (Chief Inspector / Inspector)
  • Complete incident report on MDT
  • Document all use of force
  • Review body-worn video (BWV) if available
  • Identify lessons learned

All ARU operations must be fully documented. Refer to Use of Force documentation for detailed procedures.

AFO Deployment & Self-Deployment

AFOs are deployed by control/command to firearms incidents. Self-deployment is when an AFO decides to attend or act without prior deployment because the criteria are met and not deploying would be detrimental. After self-deploying, contact control and inform the OFC/TFC/SFC (e.g. Trojan-01 Urgent Message, Self Authorised Firearms).

Self-authorisation includes drawing and aiming a firearm where justified, not only discharge. Justify all actions against PLANE (proportionate, legal, accountable, necessary, ethical).

Legal Framework

ARV (firearms) operations are governed by:

  • Firearms Act 1968 — Possession and use of firearms
  • Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) — Powers of entry, search, arrest
  • Human Rights Act 1998 — Right to life, proportionality
  • Common Law — Self-defence, prevention of crime

See Use of Force Levels and Search Powers for detailed legal references.

CID System & Training

Created by Brad Smith [GC-01]

Introduction to CID

CID – Covert Policing

  • The Manor Police’s specialist investigative and covert command
  • Focus on serious and organised crime, surveillance, and intelligence
  • Evidence-led and intelligence-driven

CID Role & Aim

  • Investigate serious and organised crime
  • Gather lawful, roleplay-consistent evidence
  • Disrupt and dismantle criminal groups

How CID Works

  • Receive information from incidents and MDT
  • Review evidence and statements
  • Identify suspects, links, and patterns
  • Develop intelligence and build cases

CID vs ERPT / ARV

ERPT / ARV:

  • Scene safety
  • Arrests and pursuits

CID:

  • Investigations
  • Intelligence and warrants

CID Conduct & RP Standards

  • Professional, calm, and discreet
  • Evidence-led decision making
  • No meta-gaming or power-gaming
  • Actions must always make RP sense

CID at Crime Scenes

  • Attend once scene is safe
  • Photograph scenes and evidence
  • Identify CCTV and witnesses
  • Collect detailed statements
  • Log everything on MDT

CID at Robbery Scenes

  • Victim and witness statements first
  • Photograph damage and scene layout
  • Suspect descriptions and behaviour
  • Vehicle details and direction of travel

Robberies & Pursuits – CID Mindset

  • CID does not rush to pursuits
  • Evidence collection comes first
  • Join pursuits only if authorised
  • Good evidence enables later warrants

Statements & Interviews

Statement Taking

  • Statements must be factual and detailed
  • Cover who, what, when, where, and how
  • Use witness's own words where possible
  • Record date, time, and location
  • Sign and date all statements

PACE Code C Interviews

All suspect interviews must comply with PACE Code C:

  • Right to legal representation (solicitor)
  • Caution must be given before questioning
  • Interviews must be recorded (audio/video where possible)
  • Appropriate adult required for juveniles/vulnerable adults
  • Breaks every 2 hours minimum
  • Avoid leading questions
  • CID interviews are planned, not rushed

See Arrest Procedure for caution wording.

MDT Usage – Mandatory

All CID work recorded on MDT

  • Detailed reports required
  • Attach evidence and statements
  • Link suspects, vehicles, and locations

Evidence Collection Standards

  • Physical evidence (weapons, tools)
  • Digital evidence (MDT, CCTV)
  • Statements (victims, witnesses, officers)
  • Clear, time-stamped photographs

Intelligence Gathering

  • Observe High POIs
  • Use surveillance and incident patterns
  • Develop informants where applicable
  • Record and assess all intelligence

Gang Intelligence Development

  • Identify gang involvement
  • Track vehicles entering/leaving compounds
  • Record names, roles, and descriptions
  • Build gang profiles over time

Surveillance Operations

  • Static surveillance of compounds and POIs
  • Mobile surveillance of vehicles
  • Plain clothes where appropriate
  • Discreet behaviour and detailed notes

Building an Investigation Case

  • Clear timeline of events
  • Linked suspects, vehicles, and locations
  • Corroborated intelligence
  • Evidence strong enough for warrants

Infiltration & Long-Term RP

  • Authorisation required
  • Evidence-focused operations
  • No rushed enforcement
  • Prioritise realism and longevity

Warrants – Search & Arrest

Warrant Application Requirements:

  • Clear offence details (refer to in-game laws)
  • Named suspects and roles
  • Evidence linking suspects to crimes
  • Justification for locations or arrests
  • MDT references and attachments
  • Intelligence summary
  • Risk assessment

UK Warrant Types

  • Section 8 PACE — Search warrant for premises
  • Section 18 PACE — Search after arrest (no warrant needed if reasonable grounds)
  • Section 17 PACE — Entry without warrant (threat to life, arrest, prevent serious harm)
  • Arrest Warrant — Issued by court for named suspect

See Search Powers for detailed legislation.

CID Role During Raids

  • CID may attend raids
  • Must remain at the rear of the team
  • Wait for full ARV clearance
  • Must not lead entries or clearing

Post-Raid CID Responsibilities

  • Collect evidence from attending officers
  • Secure seized items
  • Gather post-raid intelligence
  • Create post-raid investigation report

Firearms – CID Policy

CID do not carry firearms. Request ARV support for any armed incidents.

Post-Arrest CID Duties

  • Conduct structured interviews (PACE Code C compliant)
  • Review and secure evidence (chain of custody)
  • Update MDT profiles and reports
  • Prepare case files for CPS (Crown Prosecution Service)
  • Complete disclosure requirements
  • Liaise with custody sergeant

Case File Preparation

For CPS submission, include:

  • MG5 — Case summary
  • MG6 — Disclosure schedule
  • Witness statements
  • Evidence exhibits list
  • Interview transcripts
  • Photographs and CCTV

Scenarios

Armed Robbery

  • Evidence-led response
  • Statements and photographs
  • MDT documentation

Gang Compound

  • Long-term surveillance
  • Vehicle and suspect tracking
  • Intelligence build-up

Long-Term Investigation

  • Sustained intelligence gathering
  • Evidence development
  • Warrants and enforcement

Purpose of CID in FiveM RP

  • Promote long-term investigations
  • Reduce chase-only policing
  • Build realistic, evidence-based cases
  • Target criminal networks, not single arrests

Legal Framework & Legislation

CID operations are governed by UK legislation:

  • Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) — Arrest, search, detention, interviews
  • PACE Code C — Detention, treatment and questioning
  • Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 — Disclosure requirements
  • Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) — Surveillance and covert operations
  • Data Protection Act 2018 — Handling personal data

Refer to Documentation and Sections for detailed legal references. Offences and penalties are handled in-game.

Key Takeaways

  • CID is evidence-led — build cases properly
  • MDT is essential — document everything
  • Long-term investigations create best RP
  • Follow PACE and UK legislation
  • Work with CPS for successful prosecutions

Need help? Contact your command (ERPT, RPU, CID, ARV) supervisor or the training team for command-specific guidance.