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Robbery/Aggravated Assault (Off Campus)

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University of Pittsburgh Police assisted the City of Pittsburgh Police with a robbery and aggravated assault investigation that occurred on the 100 block of Oakland Avenue on September 16, 2023, at approximately 2:10 am. The victim was struck in the head by a punch then the suspect pointed the handgun at the victim. The victim’s cowboy hat was taken. A witness provided the description of the suspect. Investigation pending by City of Pittsburgh Police.

 

Description of the suspect(s) is as follows:

 

Suspect 1: White male, around 5’8” in height, medium build, faded haircut, with a mustache, wearing a cowboy hat, dark shirt, blue jeans and had a handgun in his waistline.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 23-02694 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference report #23-147388

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Aggravated Assault (Off-Campus)

On September 2, 2023 at approximately 1752 hours, the University of Pittsburgh Police received a report of an aggravated assault which occurred at approximately 0130 hours on September 2, 2023, in the 200 block of Atwood Street. The victim reported he was assaulted by an unknown male. The incident was also reported to the City of Pittsburgh Police. Investigation ongoing.

Description of the suspect(s) is as follows:

Suspect: Suspect description is limited at this time.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 23-02472 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference report # 23-139048.

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Robbery/Motor Vehicle Theft

University of Pittsburgh Police assisted the City of Pittsburgh Police with a robbery that occurred on the 5800 block of Elwood Street on August 30, 2023, at approximately 10:39pm. The victim reported two males displayed firearms, demanded money, and stole his vehicle. Investigation pending.

Description of the suspect(s) is as follows:

Suspects: Appears to be 2 males, approximately 5’8”-5’9” in height, wearing long black sleeve shirts, blue jeans, and black full-face masks.

Anyone having information regarding this incident should call the University of Pittsburgh Police Department at 412-624-2121, reference report # 23-02406 or the City of Pittsburgh Police at 412-422-6520, reference report #23-1357574.

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Crime Alerts

To receive crime alerts via text message and/or e-mail, follow the instructions provided.

This service is provided strictly to those affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, and you must have a valid Pitt logon account to subscribe to text message updates. This service is operated by the Pitt Police and is separate from ENS (Emergency Notification Service). To enroll for Crime Alerts, individuals must select the Pitt Police on the Opt-In Lists tab.

More information about crime alerts is available here.