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Motor Vehicle Theft (Off-Campus Crime Alert)
University of Pittsburgh Police are assisting the City of Pittsburgh Police with a report of a motor vehicle theft which occurred at approximately 6:20 PM on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in the 3500 block of Fifth Avenue. The victim stated that he got out of his car to deliver food. It was at this time that two males wearing black masks and black hoodies approached his car. One male drove off in the car and fled up Lothrop St, the other male fled on foot. No injuries were reported. Investigation is pending.
Description of the suspect is as follows:
Suspects: Two males wearing black masks and black hoodies.
Anyone who has information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 25-03438 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 25-167431.
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