The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Police blotter: September 14 - September 20

Police blotter: September 14 – September 20

By News Editors September 22, 2023
Pitt police reported a theft of a weed wacker, carrying a false identification and more in this week’s crime log.
An emergency blue light phone on campus.

Pitt police lieutenant updates community on safety measures

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor September 20, 2023
From panic buttons to new trainings for ENS officials, lieutenant for the Pitt Police Bradley Kiefer emphasized the importance of listening to the community’s concerns and adapting policies as a result.
Police Blotter: September 7 - September 13

Police Blotter: September 7 – September 13

By News Editors September 15, 2023
Pitt police reported liquor law violations, a hit-and-run and more in this week’s crime log.
Police Blotter: August 28 - September 6

Police Blotter: August 28 – September 6

By News Editors September 8, 2023
Pitt police reported a hit and run, theft from a motor vehicle and more in this week’s crime log

Pitt police issue crime alert after student assaulted in South Oakland

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor September 6, 2023
Pitt police issued a crime alert after an alleged aggravated assault.
A smoke bomb lands on the ground at the second of two protests against a debate featuring Michael Knowles on campus Tuesday evening.

Husband and wife indicted for smoke bombs and fireworks during Knowles protest

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor June 30, 2023
A husband and wife were charged with three indictments for dropping two smoke bombs and a firework at the protest that took place outside of the O’Hara Student Center during Michael Knowles’ debate on April 18.
Police Blotter: April 13 - April 19

Police Blotter: April 13 – April 19

By News Editors April 21, 2023
Pitt police reported theft, aggravated assault and more in this week’s crime log.
Police exit Hillman Library Monday night after evacuating students from the building.

Pitt reviewing Emergency Notification System after ‘delayed and flawed’ response Monday night

By Punya Bhasin, News Editor April 11, 2023
Pitt said it’s reviewing the Emergency Notification System and retraining its communicators after a “delayed and flawed” response to a hoax active shooter incident in Hillman Library Monday night.
Police Blotter: March 30 - April 4

Police Blotter: March 30 – April 4

By News Editors April 6, 2023
Pitt police reported missing DoorDash orders, criminal mischief and more in this week’s crime log.
Police Blotter: March 23 - March 29

Police Blotter: March 23 – March 29

By News Editors March 30, 2023
Pitt police reported retail theft, criminal trespassing and more in this week’s crime log.
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