Crime Alerts

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                              Motor Vehicle Theft (Off-Campus Alert)

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 12:45 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, in the 100 block of Oakland Avenue.

It was determined that four unknown persons entered and stole a burgundy, 2011 Kia Optima, bearing Pennsylvania registration LCD3752. The vehicle was left running and unlocked while unattended. Direction of flight was inbound on Fifth Avenue. No injuries were reported.

 The investigation remains ongoing.

Description of the suspect is as follows: Suspect #1 wore black pants and a white T-shirt.  Suspect #2 wore black pants and a red hoodie.  Suspect #3 wore white pants and a dark colored long-sleeved shirt. Suspect #4 wore black pants, a gray hoodie, and a black backpack.  All suspects appeared to be juveniles.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 26-01819 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 26082220.

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.

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

 UPDATE 3:02 am 5/30/2026:  Pittsburgh Police Department Zone 3 recovered the vehicle and was returned to the owner. 

                              Motor Vehicle Theft (Off-Campus Alert)

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 11:10 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, in the 3700 block of Forbes Ave.

The investigation determined that an unknown person entered and stole a black 2025 Toyota Rave 4 bearing Michigan registration 8RAU29. The vehicle was left running and unlocked while unattended. Direction of flight unknown. No injuries were reported.

 The investigation remains ongoing.

Description of the suspect is as follows: Suspect description is unknown.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 26-01793 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 26080414.

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.

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 Bureau of Police with the investigation of a motor vehicle theft that occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the 3500 block of Euler Way.

The investigation determined that a juvenile female entered and stole a Grey 2011 Hyundai Elantra bearing Pennsylvania registration NDV-3095. The vehicle was left running and unlocked while parked unattended. It was last seen fleeing westbound on Euler Way.

No injuries were reported. The investigation remains ongoing.

Description of the suspect is as follows: 

Female, 15-18 years old, wearing a black head/face covering, grey “GAP” hoodie, dark pants, dark colored Croc shoes 

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report 26-01703 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 26072417.

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.

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

University of Pittsburgh Police are assisting the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police with the investigation of a motor vehicle theft reported at approximately 4:59 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in the 3500 block of Euler Way.

The investigation determined that three juveniles entered and stole a white 2019 Kia Niro bearing Pennsylvania registration NCV-4387 while the vehicle was left running. The vehicle was last seen fleeing westbound on Euler Way.

No injuries were reported. The investigation remains ongoing.

Description of the suspect is as follows:

Suspects: Three juveniles wearing all black clothing.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 26-01680 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference CCR: 26-070281.

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.