Pitt Police blotter: 7/12/2013-8/9/2013

By The Pitt News Staff

Friday, July 12

7:11 a.m. — Police responded to a report of an unknown individual who attempted to steal tools from a tool box at Sennott Square. 

7:25 a.m. — Police responded to a member of the grounds crew who reported that an unknown person damaged flowers that were planted at the William Pitt Union. An investigation is pending. 

8:51 a.m. — An officer was stationed at the loading dock at Biomedical Science Tower B in order to check incoming packages. The detail was completed with negative results. 

10:46 a.m. — Police responded to a staff member who reported that a door handle had been damaged at Posvar Hall. Facilities responded and will replace the door handle. 

11:28 a.m. — Pitt police assisted city police with a motor vehicle accident at Halket Street and Forbes Avenue. 

1:25 p.m. — Police responded to a report of a suspicious individual who was wearing a mask and gloves and appeared nervous in the Schenley Quad. The individual was identified and it was determined that the person was an employee of the book store. The person was spoken to about his appearance. 

9:17 p.m. — Police responded to a fire alarm activation because of dryer vents being full of lint at Pennsylvania Hall. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

Saturday, July 13

2:24 a.m. — Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for violating a city ordinance at 200 Meyran Ave. 

2:31 a.m. — Pitt police assisted city police with a report of an assault on Atwood Street. 

6:33 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a vehicle that was parked in a no-parking zone at 4227 Fifth Ave. The owner was issued a parking citation. 

8:12 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a false fire alarm activation at the O’Hara Garage because of construction that was being done in the area. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

1:42 p.m. — Police recovered a debit card at Forbes Avenue and McKee Place. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

3:29 p.m. — Police issued two citations to a non-affiliate for disorderly conduct and public drunkenness at Fifth Avenue and Desoto Street. 

5:53 p.m. — Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for public drunkenness at Forbes Avenue and S. Bouquet Street. 

8:00 p.m. — Police issued two citations to a non-affiliate for disorderly conduct and public drunkenness. 

9:02 p.m. — A city police officer advised that they stopped an individual who was using a parking pass associating himself with the Pitt Police Department at the Public Safety Building. The city officer confiscated the pass and destroyed it. 

10:05 p.m. — Police issued a citation to a student for possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct at Litchfield Tower C. 

11:23 p.m. — Police responded to a report of an individual who was sleeping in the bushes at 249 Oakland Ave. The person was given a ride to their residence and released to a friend. 

Sunday, July 14

1:57 a.m. — Police assisted with a voluntary psychiatric commitment at 3955 Forbes Ave. The individual was transported to the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. 

2:55 a.m. — Pitt police assisted the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department with a warrant arrest on Bigelow Boulevard. 

11:56 a.m. — Police responded to a request for a welfare check at Thaw Hall. No contact was made with the individual at his or her home or work address.

1:07 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported the theft of a computer at the Hillman Library. An investigation is pending. 

11:53 p.m. — Pitt police assisted UPMC security with a theft from motor vehicle investigation. 

11:55 p.m. — Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for aggressive panhandling on North Bellefield Avenue. 

Monday, July 15

4:44 a.m. — Police responded to a report of an individual who was demanding information on a patient and was causing a disturbance at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. The person was advised to leave and complied. 

8:33 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported finding a drug-like substance at the William Pitt Union. Upon further investigation, officers determined the substance was not a drug, and it was then destroyed. 

4:08 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that their bike was stolen from a bike rack at 210 S. Bouquet Street. An investigation is pending. 

5:21 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that her purse was stolen at the O’Hara Garage. An investigation is pending. 

6:40 p.m. — Police responded to a fire alarm activation due to a back flow in the pump system at the Forbes Pavilion. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

7:13 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported their vehicle was broken into and their purse was stolen at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall. 

9:52 p.m. — Police responded to a report that a fire alarm was going off at Lothrop Hall. No smoke or fire was detected and engineers were notified. 

Tuesday, July 16

11:05 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an elevator entrapment at the Cathedral of Learning. An engineer responded and the individual was let off. 

11:53 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a suspicious individual at Sennott Square. The individual was identified and given property warnings. 

12:27 p.m. — Police responded to a fire alarm because of cooking grease that was spilled on a stove at the Darragh Street Apartments. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

11:57 p.m. — Police responded to a report of a suspicious person at 209 Atwood St. The individual was given a warning for aggressive panhandling. 

Wednesday, July 17

7:44 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that an unknown person stole two plastic lug nut covers from his right rear tire at the Melwood Maintenance Building. An investigation is pending. 

8:32 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who advised that while backing up his vehicle he accidentally bumped one of the bollards at the Cathedral of Learning. No visual damage was done to the bollards or the truck. 

12:44 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who wanted to file a report concerning a student’s non-admission into a study program. 

Thursday, July 18 

2:02 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a water line break in the penthouse area of the Hillman Library. Engineers were notified. 

2:26 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a suspicious at Forbes Avenue and Atwood Street. The individual was given a warning about aggressive panhandling. 

3:26 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported finding drug paraphernalia in a garbage can in Sennott Square. The items were confiscated and placed in an evidence locker to be disposed at a later date. 

8:28 a.m. — Officers assisted Health and Safety in confiscating some chemicals at Biomedical Science Tower 3. The items were placed in an evidence locker to be destroyed at a later date. 

8:52 a.m. — A motorcycle was towed during a traffic stop for not being registered at Forbes Avenue and Schenley Drive. The driver was issued a citation. 

10:33 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that his bicycle was stolen at Sennott Street and South Bouquet Street. An investigation is pending. 

11:50 a.m. — Police recovered two CD-DVD players at the Learning Research and Development Center. The items were placed in an evidence locker. 

5:04 p.m. — Pitt police assisted UPMC security with destroying a small amount of marijuana. 

6:08 p.m. — Police responded to a report of a vehicle that backed into a wall causing damage at the N Lot. 

11:07 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that his backpack had been stolen from his vehicle at the Q Lot. 

Friday, July 19

1:19 a.m. — Police responded to a report of a suspicious person at Forbes Avenue and S. Bouquet Street. The individual was transported to Resolve Crisis Center. 

9:51 a.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported losing two rings at Fifth Avenue and Ruskin Avenue. 

10:14 a.m. — Police responded to a false fire alarm that was caused by a mix up with the scheduled testing at 3525 Forbes Ave. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

2:06 p.m. — Police responded to a false fire alarm activation where no smoke or fire was detected at 3501 Terrace St. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

3:19 p.m. — Police responded to a false fire alarm that was caused by a leaking pipe that led to steam in the basement at 3959 Fifth Ave. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

4:24 p.m. — Police responded to a false fire alarm that was caused by a faulty fire sensor at 4200 Fifth Ave. City fire responded and cleared the call. 

5:43 p.m. — Police responded to an individual who reported that another individual backed their vehicle into a construction fence and knocked it over at 3811 O’Hara St. No damage was done to the car or fencing. 

6:22 p.m. — Police responded to a report of an individual who posted terroristic threats on their Facebook page at 3412 Forbes Ave. An investigation is pending. 

7:56 p.m. — Police recovered property at Liberty and Grant Streets. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

Saturday, July 20

12:09 a.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for underage drinking at 4400 Forbes Ave. 

1:40 a.m.—Police issued two citations to a non-affiliate for disorderly conduct at Forbes and Oakland Avenues. 

2:55 a.m.—Police arrested two non-affiliates for simple assault and harrassment and issued a single citation to a third non-affiliate for tampering with evidence at 243 Atwood St. 

8:00 a.m.—Police responded to a report of a burglar alarm at 130 N. Bellefield Ave. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a door had been forced open. The area was checked with negative results and nothing appeared to be out of place. 

8:14 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was experiencing chest pains at 3719 Terrace St. City Medics responded and the person refused further treatment. 

8:34 a.m.—Police responded to a parking attendant who reported an individual altered a temporary parking pass by changing the expiration date on Allequippa Street. Charges are pending upon completion of the investigation.

7:28 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that their laptop was stolen at 4200 Fifth Ave. An investigation is pending. 

8:10 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that their purse and all of its contents had been stolen at 3959 Fifth Ave. An investigation is pending.

Sunday, July 21

1:53 a.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for disorderly conduct at South Bouqet and Dawson Streets. 

2:28 a.m.—Police arrested a non-affiliate for driving under the influence at Bigelow Boulevard and Fifth Avenue. 

4:47 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with an individual who locked themself out of their apartment at 321 N. Neville St. 

9:04 p.m.—Police responded to a report that some ceiling tiles had been destroyed at 3955 Forbes Ave. An investigation is pending. 

5:42 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that a person attempted to solicit money from them at 300 Oakland Ave. An investigation is pending. 

11:15 p.m.—Police arrested a non-affiliate for driving under the influence at 3900 Fifth Ave.

Monday, July 22 

2:18 a.m.—Police responded to a report of a suspicious person at Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Boulevard. The person was identified and given property warnings. 

8:19 a.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported a theft of their clothing from the laundry area at 3955 Forbes Ave. An investigation is pending. 

9:22 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who tripped and fell at 4200 Fifth Ave. City Medics responded and transported the person to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. 

9:25 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was feeling ill at 209 Oakland Ave. City Medics responded and transported the person to UPMC Presbyterian. 

2:48 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with an individual who had money taken from their wallet. 

3:27 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that his laptop computer was stolen at 4227 Fifth Ave. An investigation is pending. 

8:47 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported their bike was damaged while parked in the garage at 3915 O’Hara St. Parking and transportation were notified. 

9:43 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation where no smoke or fire was detected at 341 Darragh St. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

11:07 p.m.—An officer reported property damage while patrolling Oak Hill Drive. 

Tuesday, July 23 

8:09 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation due to a miscommunication during testing at Nordenberg Hall. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

9:11 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation due to a miscommunication during testing at the William Pitt Union. City Fire responded and cleared the call.

1:55 a.m.—Police responded to a report of a theft of some construction material at the William Pitt Union. An investigation is pending. 

Wednesday, July 24 

7:49 a.m.—Police recovered a stolen bicycle at Lawrence Hall. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

8:23 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was feeling light-headed at Towers. City Medics responded but the person refused medical treatment. 

11:37 a.m.—Police responded to a report of a fire that was started due to a construction worker who was grinding a piece of metal that created some sparks at Towers. City Fire responded, the fire was put out and the call was cleared. 

12:16 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported the theft of a copper pipe at Amos Hall. An investigation is pending. 

1:13 p.m.—A construction worker approached an officer and advised him he found some possible heroin at Fifth Avenue and University Place. The item was confiscated and placed in an evidence locker to be destroyed a later date.

1:51 p.m.—Pitt detectives monitored a protest that was held in the Oakland area. No incidents were reported. 

6:17 p.m.—During a traffic stop, it was determined that the driver had a suspended license at Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Boulevard. The vehicle was towed and the driver was issued two citations. 

Thursday, July 25 

12:37 a.m.—Police responded to a report of three individuals trying to gain access to the Cathedral of Learning through a window. The area was checked with negative results. 

12:54 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at Sennott Square that was caused by a generator overheating. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

1:18 a.m.—Police recovered a cell phone at 201 S. Bouquet St. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

9:00 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was experiencing pain in their legs and lower back. City Medics responded and transported the person to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. 

11:07 a.m.—Officers assisted the University Counseling Center with an involuntary commitment. The individual was transported to the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. 

3:26 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who wanted to report of a suspicious incident that took place at the Public Health Building. An investigation is pending. 

6:31 p.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who knocked over a street sign and left the area at Darragh and Victoria Streets. An investigation is pending. 

Friday, July 26

1:12 a.m.—Police arrested a non-affiliate for possession of a small amount of marijuana at Allequippa and Robinson Streets.  

2:11 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with an assault at 3901 Forbes Ave. The area was cleared and an actor was taken into custody. 

4:11 a.m.—Police responded to a report of a verbal domestic at 316 McKee Pl. The individuals were separated and the male left for the evening.

Monday, July 29

9:01 a.m.—A K-9 officer was dispatched to a bathroom in the Cathedral of Learning to check on a suspicious item that was found. The item was checked with negative results. 

11:48 a.m.—Police responded to a door forced open alarm at Biomedical Science Tower 3. The area was checked and the employees on scene said everything was fine. 

1:56 p.m.—Police responded to a report of a suspicious package at the Graduate School of Public Health. Health and Safety were notified. The item was checked with negative results. 

1:57 p.m.—A K-9 unit was dispatched to check on a suspicious package at the Graduate School of Public Health. The item was checked with negative results. 

2:37 p.m.—Police responded to a report of the theft of a  University computer at Thomas Boulevard. An investigation is pending. 

6:44 p.m.—While on patrol, an officer discovered graffiti on a dumpster in the L Lot. 

9:16 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that they left their backpack unattended and upon returning it was gone. An investigation is pending. 

Tuesday, July 30

9:07 a.m.—A welfare request was made to locate an international student. The individual was reported as missing. An investigation is pending. 

11:32 a.m.—A vehicle was towed for being illegally parked in the P Lot. The owner of the vehicle was issued a parking citation. 

2:52 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who wanted to file a theft report at Biomedical Science Tower 3. An investigation is pending.

4:22 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police assisted City Police and City Fire with a structure fire at 4612 Filmore St. 

4:24 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted the City Police with a report of  a motor vehicle accident with multiple injuries at Fifth Avenue and South Bouquet Street. 

7:40 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at 139 University Pl. No smoke or fire was detected. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

Wednesday, July 31

2:46 a.m.—Police issued citations to two non-affiliates for disorderly conduct at South Bouquet Street and Euler Way. 

3:47 a.m.—A cleaning staff member at Sennott Square turned in drug paraphernalia found in the ladies room on the second floor. The items were taken to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital for disposal. 

10:35 a.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that a drill was missing at Amos Hall. The individual called back and advised that the drill had been located. 

3:58 p.m.—Police arrested a non-affiliate for aggravated assault and disorderly conduct at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. 

5:51 p.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was having a seizure at Thackeray Hall. 

6:25 p.m.—Police responded to a report of an individual who was hit in the face with a softball at the Intramural Field. City Medics responded and transported the person to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. 

11:49 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted UPMC Presbyterian Hospital Security with a theft of a bike at Magee Women’s Hospital. 

Thursday, August 1

12:05 a.m.—Police issued a citation to a student for possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct at 3317 Parkview Ave. 

1:35 a.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for violating a city open container policy at 3901 Forbes Ave. 

6:46 a.m.—Police recovered a purse at 230 S. Bouquet St. The item was placed in an evidence locker.

8:11 a.m.—An individual reported that they were making a left turn into the entrance of the Falk Clinic and struck a pole. An engineer was notified to disconnect the wiring. 

9:53 a.m.—Officers responded to a door forced open alarm at Biomedical Science Tower 3. The area was checked with negative results.  

2:02 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported the theft of a sign at Bouquet Gardens J Complex. An investigation is pending. 

3:57 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm caused by construction work being done in the area at Eberly Hall. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

4:14 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who wanted to report drug paraphernalia that was found. Officers on the scene confiscated the item and placed it in an evidence locker. 

8:35 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted WPIC Security with an involuntary commitment at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. 

11:22 p.m.—During a traffic stop at Sennott and South Bouquet Streets it was determined that the drivers insurance had lapsed and the vehicle registration was expired. 

Friday, August 2

12:53 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted Carnegie Mellon Police with an intoxicated student at 407 S. Craig St. 

1:03 a.m.—Officers confiscated a stun gun that was given to them by UPMC Security at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

1:54 a.m.—Police responded to a report of two suspicious males who were in the Learning Research and Development Center. The area was checked with negative results. 

3:19 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with a possible suicide attempt at 3206 Niagara St. 

7:56 p.m — Police reported a vehicle was towed for blocking a driveway on Atwood Street and Louisa Street. The owner was issued a parking citation and the incident was cleared. 

8:11 p.m. — Pitt police assisted city police with a pedestrian that was hit by a car on Schenley Drive and Schenley Drive Extension. City medics responded and transported the person to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital at the scene. The incident was cleared.

8:28 p.m. — Police recovered property at Hillman Library. The item was placed in an evidence locker, and the incident was cleared at the scene.

9:24 p.m. — Police issued a non-affiliate on Lothrop Street and Victoria Street with a physical arrest for simple assault, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct. The incident was cleared on the scene.

10:13 p.m. — Pitt police assisted the city police with a truck that knocked over a light pole on Forbes Avenue and Coltart Street. The incident was cleared at the scene. 

10:28 p.m. — Police stopped a vehicle on Forbes Avenue and Schenley Drive that was possibly involved in a shooting in the South Side. The driver was issued three traffic citations, and the vehicle was towed. City police was notified of the stop and the incident was cleared on the scene.

Saturday, August 3

2:14 a.m. — Police responded to a report of an individual who said he was the victim of a robbery on Forbes Avenue and Craft Avenue. Officers could not determine if the robbery actually took place due to the intoxication of some parties questioned. The incident was cleared at the scene.

2:43 a.m. — Police issued a citation to  a non-affiliate for marijuana and disorderly conduct on 1601 Penn Avenue. The incident was cleared at the scene.

3:25 a.m. — Pitt police assisted city police with a homicide on Forbes Avenue. A search for the actors yielded negative results. The incident was cleared at the scene.

9:15 p.m. — Pitt police assisted city police with an attempted burglary on 407 Mckee Pl. The area was checked with negative results. The incident was cleared at the scene.

Sunday, August 4

3:06 a.m. — Police reported of an individual who was possibly intoxicated at S. Bouquet Street and Sennott Street. The individual’s guardian was notified and responded to the scene where the incident was cleared. 

9:46 a.m. — Police arrested a non-affiliate for receiving stolen property and disorderly conduct in the Public Safety Building. The incident was cleared at the scene.

8:28 p.m. — Police confiscated a taser that was recovered by Allied Barton Security at Presbyterian Hospital. The item was placed in an evidence locker. The incident was cleared at the scene.

Monday, August 5

9:09 a.m.—Police responded to a report from an individual who was experiencing back pain at the Chevron Science Center. City Medics responded and treated the person at the scene. 

11:55 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an elevator entrapment at the Cathedral of Learning.

3:17 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported receiving harassing phone calls from an unknown party at Alumni Hall. An investigation is pending. 

4:03 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with an individual who was causing a disturbance and making threats. The person was transported to WPIC and involuntarily committed. 

5:39 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that their bicycle was stolen at Benedum Hall. An investigation is pending. 

5:44 p.m.—Police responded to a report of three individuals who were attempting to steal a bike at Posvar Hall. Officers located and identified the three actors. All three were given property warnings. 

7:40 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at the William Pitt Union. No smoke or fire was detected. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

11:41 p.m.—Police recovered a check at the Petersen Events Center. The item was placed in an evidence locker. 

Tuesday, August 6 

8:51 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation due to construction work being done in the area at 3943 O’Hara St. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

9:40 a.m.—An officer responded to the loading dock to scan for suspicious packages at 3501 Fifth Ave. Items were checked with negative results.  

11:40 a.m.—Police responded to a delivery truck driver who advised that he left an iPad in the loading dock area to scan for suspicious packages. Items were checked with negative results.  

12:17 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted the City Police in locating a missing person at 3412 Forbes Ave. 

12:58 p.m.—Police responded to a report of a panic alarm that was activated at 3501 Fifth Ave. Upon arrival, staff advised that everything was fine. 

1:19 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at 3939 O’Hara St. No smoke or fire was detected. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

2:00 p.m.—Police responded to a report of a suspicious person in the building at 123 University Pl. The individual was gone when officers arrived. 

5:15 p.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for defiant trespass at 123 University Pl. 

11:07 p.m.—Police responded to a report of an elevator entrapment at 4227 Fifth Ave. Engineers responded and released the individuals without incident. 

11:58 p.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for violating an open container ordinance at 210 Oakland Ave. 

Wednesday, August 7

8:14 a.m.—K-9 officers responded to a Region 13 call out for a bomb threat that was possibly called in by a disgruntled employee at the Pennsylvania Breaker Company. 

8:14 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an elevator entrapment at Sennott Square. Engineers were notified and were able to get the individuals off without incident. 

10:23 a.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that they lost their wallet somewhere in the Oakland area at the Public Safety Building. 

2:45 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported that they lost their checkbook at 3800 Forbes Ave. 

11:26 p.m.—Police issued a citation to a non-affiliate for aggressive panhandling at 3721 Forbes Ave. 

Thursday, August 8

1:04 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with a robbery at 100 Atwood St. The area was searched with negative results. 

1:33 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted Duquesne University Police with a theft investigation at the Public Safety Building. 

5:23 a.m.—Police responded to a report of an unknown individual who was sleeping on a bench behind the Barco Law Building. The individual was given property warnings. 

9:38 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with a motor vehicle accident at Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Boulevard. 

10:06 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted City Police with a missing child at 3233 Juliet St. The child was located and returned to their parents. 

10:19 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at the William Pitt Union that was  caused  by contractors who were working in the area. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

10:44 a.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm activation at Brackendridge Hall that was caused by contractors who were working in the area. 

1:17 p.m.—Pitt police assisted City Police in a child custody issue and harassment complaint at the Public Safety Building. 

1:39 p.m.—Pitt Police and City Police conducted a welfare check on an individual at 5604 Fifth Ave. Officers made contact with the individual and everything appeared to be fine.

8:01 p.m.—Pitt Police received a report of stolen property from an individual at Litchfield Tower C. An investigation is pending.

Friday, August 9

1:07 a.m.—Pitt Police assisted in the voluntary commitment of an individual at Centre Avenue and N. Craig Street. The individual was transported to Western Psych for evaluation.

2:51 a.m.—Police received a report of a suspicious person at Barco Law Building. The individual and received a property warning.

5:10 a.m.—A faulty water valve activated a false fire alarm at Thomas Detre Hall. City Fire responded and clearer the call. 

8:11 a.m.—An individual reported that they were making a left turn into the entrance of the Falk Clinic and struck a pole. An engineer was notified to disconnect the wiring.  

9:53 a.m.—Officers responded to a door forced open alarm at Biomedical Science Tower 3. The area was checked with negative results. 

2:02 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who reported the theft of a sign at Bouquet Gardens J Complex. An investigation is pending. 

3:57 p.m.—Police responded to a false fire alarm caused by construction work being done in the area at Eberly Hall. City Fire responded and cleared the call. 

4:14 p.m.—Police responded to an individual who wanted to report drug paraphernalia that was found. Officers on the scene confiscated the item and placed it in an evidence locker. 

8:35 p.m.—Pitt Police assisted WPIC Security with an involuntary commitment at the Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic.  

11:22 p.m.—During a traffic stop at Sennott and South Bouquet Streets it was determined that the drivers insurance had lapsed and the vehicle registration was expired.