Law & Order Kills Off Detective Vincent Riley in Season 26 Episode 2
Reid Scott's Detective Vincent Riley was shot twice in the chest by suspect Ray Biller and died at a hospital in the episode 'Into the Mystic'.
Detective Vincent Riley, played by Reid Scott, was killed off in the second episode of Law & Order season 26, titled 'Into the Mystic', according to Screen Rant. In the episode, Riley was shot twice in the chest by a suspect named Ray Biller outside a bar and died of his injuries at a hospital.
Scott had played Vincent Riley for three seasons. His exit from the series had been announced ahead of season 26.
The episode also introduced Detective Robert Calvino, played by James Badge Dale, who joins the investigation into Riley's killer. Biller is eventually convicted, and Riley's name is added to the NYPD Wall of Honor. Riley's brother Matt, played by Ryan Eggold, returns in the episode.
The death echoes another early-season departure: in the season 2 premiere, 'Confession', Detective Max Greevey, played by George Dzundza, was killed off, 35 years before Riley's death.
Quick answers
Who killed Detective Vincent Riley on Law & Order?
Riley was shot twice in the chest by a suspect named Ray Biller outside a bar and died at a hospital.
What episode does Vincent Riley die in?
Season 26, episode 2, titled 'Into the Mystic'.
How long did Reid Scott play Vincent Riley?
Reid Scott played the role for three seasons.