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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Pittsburgh Police recently introduced changes with the goal of serving the city in the most efficient and responsible manner possible. Police Chief Larry Scirotto further explains what the moves mean for you and your safety ➡️
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Pittsburgh Police arrested a 17-year-old male in Market Square on May 1, 2024. Officers recovered a pistol with an obliterated serial number from his backpack. He was turned over to juvenile probation for placement.
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@PghPolice
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Telephone Reporting Unit officers are alerting the public about an uptick in fraud schemes. Scammers use a number of different tactics and are becoming increasingly more convincing. Learn more about how to protect yourself -and your money - here:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Frederic Rectenwald has been safely located. Thank you to all who shared the information. Original post:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Alice Irankunga has been safely located. Thank you to all who shared the information.  Original post:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Police arrested four people during this traffic stop. Three juveniles are charged w/Possession of a Firearm by a Minor and Receiving Stolen Property. Mehki Reed, 19, of Pittsburgh was charged with Person Not to Possess a Firearm. The ATF continues its investigation.
@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
3 days
Violence Prevention Unit detectives conducted a traffic stop at W. Warrington Ave. and Saw Mill Run Blvd. following a bolo for suspects believed to be involved in the theft of 21 firearms in Mercer County. The ATF is investigating. More here:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Violence Prevention Unit detectives conducted a traffic stop at W. Warrington Ave. and Saw Mill Run Blvd. following a bolo for suspects believed to be involved in the theft of 21 firearms in Mercer County. The ATF is investigating. More here:
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@PghPublicSafety
Pittsburgh Public Safety
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Marathon weekend is upon us! Please watch for these "No Parking" signs along the course route. They'll be posted 48 hours in advance of race day on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Tagging and towing of vehicles will begin at 11 p.m. on Saturday, May 4th.
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Vaughn Malone, Jr. has been safely located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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The South Side Entertainment Patrol continues its enforcement efforts on E. Carson St. Here are the arrests and citations for April 24 - 28, 2024: Traffic Stops: 17 Traffic Citations: 21 Parking Citations: 42 Tows: 30 Non-Traffic Citations: 36 Arrests: 6 Firearms Recovered: 2
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Pittsburgh Police collected 23 boxes of unused medications for a total weight of 448 pounds! Thank you to everyone who participated in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day for helping to keep prescription medications from falling into the wrong hands.
@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Reminder! National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 27. From 10am-2pm, dispose of old and unneeded medications safely at a collection site near you. Drop-off boxes will be located at Police headquarters and the six police zone stations.
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Pittsburgh Public Safety
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Public Safety participated in Take Our Kids To Work Day at the City-County Building. The lobby and Fourth Avenue were transformed into an interactive, fun learning experience. Police, Fire, EMS, Park Rangers, Animal Care & Control, and Crossing Guards participated in the event.
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Pittsburgh Police would like to thank members of the public for sending in tips on this case. As a result, one of the individuals has been positively identified. The investigation is ongoing. More updates will be provided when information becomes available.
@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Detectives are asking for the public's help to identify the individual or individuals in these photos in connection with an investigation into ethnic intimidation, harassment, and criminal mischief. More here, including video on the PBP Facebook page:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Reminder! National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 27. From 10am-2pm, dispose of old and unneeded medications safely at a collection site near you. Drop-off boxes will be located at Police headquarters and the six police zone stations.
@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
22 days
National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old & unneeded medications. Drop-off boxes will be located at Police headquarters and the six police zone stations. 🗓️ Saturday, April 27 🕙10am-2pm
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Detectives are asking for the public's help to identify the individual or individuals in these photos in connection with an investigation into ethnic intimidation, harassment, and criminal mischief. More here, including video on the PBP Facebook page:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Taeshawn Battles has been safely located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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UPDATE: Akiyah Willie has been located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
13 days
Violence Prevention Unit detectives continue with proactive patrols in neighborhoods around the city. On April 17, 2024, detectives were in the area of Rhine St. & Buente St. when they arrested a male with a gun who was a person not to possess. More here:
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Kenneth Gaines, 33, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating a firearms law. @PghPolice and the ATF conducted the investigation leading to the Indictment in this case.
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@PghPolice
Pittsburgh Police
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Yesterday was “Mystery Reader Day” in the older classroom for a local #YMCA daycare. The young learners listened to the books "What Do Police Officers Do?”, read by Pittsburgh Police Officer Ira Lewis, and the book "I Want to Be a Police Officer," read by parent, Delvina Morrow.
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