Loot Locations — Police

Overview

Police stations are Tier 2 and Tier 3 military-adjacent loot zones essential for acquiring sidearms, melee protection, and tactical gear. They are high-traffic points of interest that serve as the primary source for ammunition and protective equipment early in your survival.

How It Works

Police buildings operate on a randomized loot table that focuses on civilian law enforcement equipment. When you enter a station, the server spawns items on shelves, desks, and floors. Because these structures are often located in central town areas, they carry significant risk of ambush from other players. Items found here include handcuffs, ballistic vests, and police-issue firearms like the CR-75 or FX-45.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Approach the building from the rear or side windows rather than the front entrance to avoid being seen through the glass.
2. Check the exterior corners and the roof for players waiting to ambush looters.
3. Use a knife or screwdriver to open the front doors quietly if they are locked.
4. Move room by room, checking the tops of desks and inside filing cabinets, as high-tier loot frequently clips into these surfaces.
5. Prioritize clearing the holding cells and the main office area, as these contain the highest density of police-specific gear.
6. Check the exterior trash cans and storage sheds in the immediate backyard, as these often spawn overlooked magazines or spare rounds.

Tips

• Always check the floor under the desks; items like magazines often glitch and fall through the floor mesh.
• Listen for the sound of handcuffs clicking or metal doors opening, as these indicate someone is currently looting the building.
• Keep a backup melee weapon equipped in your hands, as the corridors in police stations are tight and disadvantageous for rifles.
• If you find a ballistic vest, equip it immediately, as it is the most critical survival item for mitigating surprise combat damage.

Common Mistakes

• Looting in a straight line through the center of the room makes you an easy target for snipers watching the windows.
• Forgetting to close doors behind you signals to other players that the building has been recently looted or is currently occupied.
• Neglecting to search the roof area where players often stage tactical positions.
• Moving too quickly without stopping to listen for footsteps, which is often the only warning you will get before an engagement.

Related Items

• Police Vest
• CR-75 Pistol
• FX-45 Pistol
• Handcuffs
• Police Baton
• Universal Light

Related Guides

• Combat Tactics
• Medical Survival
• Inventory Management