Pittsburgh Public Safety Department

14/06/2026

At approximately 12:15 a.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 2 responded to Penn Avenue at 7th Street in Downtown for reports of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious 17-year-old male on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to his chest. He was transported by Pittsburgh EMS to an area hospital in critical condition.

Unfortunately, shortly after arrival at the hospital, the victim was pronounced deceased.

An individual was detained and transported to Police Headquarters for questioning. There are no arrests at this time.

The Mobile Crime Unit responded to the scene to process all evidence, including reviewing all available camera footage.

Violent Crime Unit detectives are investigating. The investigation is ongoing.

12/06/2026

This morning, on the last day of school, Director Williams stopped by Dilworth PreK-5 to thank Crossing Guard Rita and all crossing guards for their dedicated work during the 2025-26 school year.

Rita has been with Pittsburgh Public Safety as a crossing guard for over 26 years! Rita’s warm interactions with students and their guardians reveal a special bond built over the school year.

"Whether they have been with us for one year or more than 26 years like Rita, these dedicated crossing guards show up in rain, snow, or shine to protect our children,” said Director Williams. “We are so incredibly grateful for everything they do to keep our kids safe."

Thank you to all our crossing guards, and congratulations to Pittsburgh Public Schools students on another successful school year! Have an amazing and safe summer.

If you are interested in becoming a Public Safety Crossing Guard, apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eD5DRg

12/06/2026

Pittsburgh Fire Career Showcase – Meet the firefighters who serve our city every day!

Join us for a family-friendly afternoon where you can experience interactive, behind the scenes activities, including:
🔥 Live Demonstrations
🔥 Medical Station: blood pressure + CPR
🔥 Specialty Units on display
🔥 Apparatus Showcase featuring engines, trucks, and rescue equipment

🍟Come hungry - local food trucks will be on site!

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Police & Fire Training Academy, 1395 Washington Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15206

🔗Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/17YoB8boiX/

Visit Joinpghfire.com and subscribe for alerts about job openings.

12/06/2026

Check out the Pittsburgh EMS Week-in-Review for May 31-June 6!

11/06/2026

Schools may be almost out, but the Department of Public Safety had a blast connecting with students at the Brookline Funday!

Members of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire joined students and gave them an inside look at their specialized roles in keeping the community safe.

The Zone 6 Safer Together Coordinator also attended to talk about summer safety. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to learn with us!

11/06/2026

With high temperatures today, CitiParks - Pittsburgh Parks & Recreation is activating five Healthy Active Living Centers as Cooling Centers on Thursday, June 11 until 7:00 PM tonight:

📍 Beechview Healthy Active Living Center
📍 Greenfield Healthy Active Living Center
📍 Homewood Healthy Active Living Center
📍 Sheraden Healthy Active Living Center
📍 South Side Healthy Active Living Community Center

11/06/2026

Just before 7:30 p.m., Pittsburgh Police from Zone 6, Pittsburgh Fire, and Pittsburgh EMS were dispatched to the 1200 block of Pritchard Street in the city’s Sheraden neighborhood for reports of a male shooting victim.

Arriving officers located an adult male victim inside of a residence with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by medics.

Witnesses told officers that the victim and another male had been involved in an altercation prior to the shooting taking place.

The male actor was detained and taken to Police Headquarters for questioning.

The Allegheny County Medical Examiner will identify the victim.

The Mobile Crime Unit responded to process evidence at the scene.

Violent Crime Unit detectives are investigating. The investigation is ongoing.

10/06/2026