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University of Pittsburgh Statement
This evening, Pitt Police arrested an individual in connection to an appalling incident near the Cathedral of Learning in which a group of Jewish students was attacked by an individual wielding a bottle. Two students were treated at the scene. The alleged perpetrator, who has no known Pitt affiliation, was immediately arrested by Pitt Police and is in custody.
Upon learning about this incident, Pitt leadership contacted Hillel University Center to offer support to our students and also connected with our partners at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. We are grateful to our Pitt Police officers for their swift action, and our Student Affairs team for their ongoing student support.
While there is not believed to be any ongoing threat to the public stemming from this incident, we recognize that incidents like these are unsettling to our Pitt community. The University Counseling Center is available to any student needing support, and Life Solutions is available to all faculty and staff members. More information regarding the incident and additional resources will be provided as they become available.
To be clear: Neither acts of violence nor antisemitism will be tolerated. Local and federal partners are supporting Pitt Police in this ongoing investigation.
Additional details will be released as we are able, given the ongoing investigation.
Update
Following this incident, understandably some have asked why no Emergency Notification System (ENS) alert was sent. As there was an immediate arrest and no ongoing threat to the public, no ENS message was sent. Pitt Police have provided a situational update on safety.pitt.edu/alerts, and will share updates there as we are able.
Update
This evening, Pitt Police arrested an individual in connection to an incident near the Cathedral of Learning. There is not believed to be any ongoing threat to the public stemming from this incident, nor any connection to the earlier incident at the Carnegie Museums. We recognize that incidents like these are disturbing to the Pitt community. The University Counseling Center is available to any student needing support, and Life Solutions is available to all faculty and staff members.
The investigation into this matter is ongoing. Any updates we can share will be provided at safety.pitt.edu/alerts
Crime Alert: Attempted Burglary (Off-Campus)
Warning: The content of this crime alert may contain graphic and sensitive information.
On 8-10-24 at 11:59 am the University of Pittsburgh Police Department and the City of Pittsburgh Police Department responded to an attempted burglary in the 3300 Block of Dawson Street that took place on 8-9-24 at 9:44pm. The victim was notified via email that a window had been pushed in, activating the home alarm system. The unknown actor fled the area.
Description of the suspect(s) is as follows: unknown
Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 24-02149 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference report # 24-116893.
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
- Familiarize yourself with and implement these general safety tips into your daily routine.
- Download the Rave Guardian safety app. The app allows different options for contacting the police, including voice and text, as well as anonymous reporting options.
- The Pitt Police offer a self-defense and awareness program. Contact Officer Heather Walker, hlc33@pitt.edu, for more information on SAFE classes.
- Information on how to register to receive crime alerts via text message can be found here.
