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Robbery (On Campus) 

The University of Pittsburgh Police are investigating a robbery that took place at approximately 5:42 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in the 3900 block of Forbes Avenue. The victim stated that a male approached him, stated he had a gun, and took the victim’s necklaces from around his neck.  No injuries were reported, and no weapon was observed.  The male then fled down Forbes Avenue in an unknown direction.

Description of the suspect(s) is as follows:

Suspect 1:  Heavy set white male, older in age, wearing a black jacket/shirt, and a blue and white covid mask. 

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 26-00944.
 

Additional Information:

• If you need support, in addition to the Pitt Police, the following resources are available, 24/7: 
  • Pittsburgh Action Against Rape: 1-866-363-7272
  • University Counseling Center: 412-648-7930
  • resolve Crisis Services: 1-888-796-8226
  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
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• The Pitt Police offer a self-defense and awareness program. Contact Officer Heather Walker, hlc33@pitt.edu, for more information on SAFE classes.
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Beginning Friday, March 13, Pittsburgh Regional Transit construction activity will affect traffic on Fifth Avenue between Bellefield Avenue and Robinson Street, Fifth Avenue between Robinson and Wyandotte streets, and Forbes Avenue between Jumonville Street and the Birmingham Bridge.

Visit the PRT's website for the full press release on lane changes and road impacts resulting from the new construction activity.