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University of Pittsburgh Police are assisting the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police with the investigation of a motor vehicle theft that occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the intersection of Atwood Street and Forbes Avenue.
It was determined that two unknown actors entered and stole a white, 2025 Honda, CRV bearing Pennsylvania registration MTG9476. The vehicle was left unattended, running and unlocked. The vehicle fled up Atwood Street and turned right onto Fifth Avenue.
The investigation is ongoing.
Description of the suspect is as follows:
Suspects: Suspect #1 wore black sweatpants, a black hoodie, and a black facemask over their face. Suspect #2 wore black Nike hoodie, black and grey checkered pajamas pants, and a black facemask over their face.
Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 26-01943 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 26-091579.
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