Crime Alerts

November 16, 2025 - 10:02pm

Crime Alert Off campus

Warning: The content of this crime alert may contain graphic and sensitive information.

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 5:00 PM on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in a parking lot off Iroquois Way and Coltart Avenue. Two males were seen entering a dark colored Honda HRV, driving it out of the parking lot, onto Coltart Avenue, toward Louisa Street. Investigation is pending.

Description of the suspect is as follows:

Suspect 1: Male wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants.

Suspect 2: Male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 25-03753 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 25-176737.

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.
Crime alerts and any updates are posted online at safety.pitt.edu/alerts. Information on how to register to receive crime alerts via text message can be found here.

November 9, 2025 - 5:57am

Crime Alert (Off-Campus)

Warning: The content of this crime alert may contain graphic and sensitive information.

Attempted Robbery (Off-Campus Crime Alert)

The University of Pittsburgh Police Department is assisting the City of Pittsburgh Police with a report of an attempted robbery that occurred at approximately 2:10 a.m. on November 9, 2025, in the 300 block of Atwood Street. During the incident, the suspects approached the victims and aggressively asked for money. Suspect #1 lifted their shirt, displaying a possible firearm tucked inside their waistband. The suspects then fled towards Bates Street on foot. No money was taken, and no injuries were reported.

Description of the suspect(s) is as follows:

Suspect 1: African American male, heavy set, white mask, wearing a black hoodie, black Adidas pants with white stripes, and Asics white and gold shoes.

Suspect 2: African American male, thin built, black mask, wearing a black hoodie, jeans, gray shoes, and a brown cross-body bag. Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 25-03644, or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference report # 25-172936.

(Update: Below are photos of the suspects of the attempted robbery)

Dark image of suspect wearing a white face mask.

Nighttime image of two attempted robbery suspects.

Suspect with white face mask.

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.

October 29, 2025 - 9:58pm

Crime Alert (Off-Campus)

Warning: The content of this crime alert may contain graphic and sensitive information.

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.

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.
Crime alerts and any updates are posted online at safety.pitt.edu/alerts. Information on how to register to receive crime alerts via text message can be found here.