Manuel

Background

Manuel is a man of Mexican heritage whose family has lived in the region for more than 200 years, long before it became part of the United States. He lives in Blaine County, drives a black Bison and a Blazer, and is voiced by Jay Santiago.

Events of Grand Theft Auto V

In the Strangers and Freaks mission An American Welcome, self-appointed border vigilantes Joe and Josef, with Trevor Philips' help, detain Manuel as an illegal immigrant and even throw away his genuine citizenship papers. As he is led away, Manuel promises to report them.

He later spots Trevor in Paleto Bay and, in Minute Man Blues, demands that Trevor track down Joe and Josef and kill them. Trevor reluctantly agrees, even though Manuel makes it clear he will not pay him a cent. After setting the job, Manuel walks back to his truck and drives off.

Personality

Manuel is fearless and dignified. He keeps lecturing Trevor even with a gun pointed at him and refuses to be intimidated.

Trivia

• He is one of very few characters who shows no fear of Trevor.
• He points out that he is "more American" than his accusers.