Pittsburgh Bureau of Police

10/13/2026

A message from Police Chief Jason Lando and EMS Crew Chief Sara Vogt about the upcoming Prescription Drug .

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue. Proper disposal of unneeded prescription drugs saves lives and protects the environment and our overall community.

On Saturday, October 24 from 10am-2pm bring those old and unneeded medications to a collection site near you.

Drop-off boxes will be located at Police headquarters and the six police zone stations:
▪️ Police headquarters - 1203 Western Ave
▪️ Zone 1 - 1501 Brighton Rd
▪️ Zone 2 - 2000 Centre Ave
▪️ Zone 3 - 830 E Warrington Ave
▪️ Zone 4 - 5858 Northumberland St
▪️ Zone 5 - 161 North Euclid Ave
▪️ Zone 6 - 312 S Main St

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10/12/2026

Starting Sunday, automated red light enforcement citations and fines will be sent to drivers who run the red lights at the following intersections:

🛑 Saw Mill Run Boulevard & Woodruff

🛑 Penn Avenue & Dallas Avenue

🛑 East General Robinson Street & Anderson Street

Drivers who enter the intersection after the light turns red at any of these three intersections will receive a citation and fine by mail.

These are 3 of 6 intersections across the city that will have automatic red light enforcement beginning this year.

Find more information at: https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/Resident-Services/Road-Maintenance/Road-Safety/Automated-Red-Light-Enforcement-ARLE

10/12/2026

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue with their proactive patrols in the Central Business and Entertainment districts.

Here are the latest arrest and citation numbers for October 5-11, 2026:

Arrests: 8
Non-Traffic: 8
Parking: 7
Traffic:1
Tows: 3
Warrants: 1
Guns: 0
Fake Guns: 0

10/11/2026

The Special Victim Unit is searching for a missing 29-year-old male.

On October 7, 2026, Zachary Smith was reported missing from Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Smith was later encountered by Zone 2 officers and was transported to an area hospital. Smith was released several hours later and is now missing in the Downtown Pittsburgh Area. He may be experiencing a mental health crisis.

Smith is described as 5’11, weighing approximately 145 pounds, with blue eyes, and dark brown hair. He also has tattoos on his face and neck.

Anyone with information is asked to call 412-323-7141 or dial 911.

10/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who showed up to the Zone 5 Open House event!

There was plenty to see and do (and eat!) as community members celebrated the station’s return to East Liberty.

10/09/2026

Our Vision Zero Fatal Crash Response Team - made up of teams from the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure and the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, creates infrastructure changes in response to fatal crashes.

The team evaluated conditions on Anaheim Street after a toddler was fatally hit by a vehicle there in May.

The team is committed to making our roads a safer place through Vision Zero Project Implementation Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, Traffic Signals Upgrades, and Traffic Safety Suite projects.

10/09/2026

On April 4, 2009, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police lost three of its own - Eric Kelly, Stephen Mayhle, and Paul Sciullo - in the line of duty.

On that same day, officers gained Max and Sue Sciullo, Paul's parents, as the adopted parents of the entire Bureau of Police.

Sadly, Sue passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, after suffering a stroke. She was 79 years old.

The Sciullo family has remained close to so many Pittsburgh Police members over the years; attending events, stopping by Zone 5 for holiday parties, even hosting many of the PBP family at their home in Bloomfield for visits over the years.

"I've often commented to the Sciullo's that they lost one very special member of their family but gained 800 new ones. Both Sue and Max have been the department's biggest supporters and cheerleaders over the years, in spite of losing their beloved son Paul. We will continue to support the Sciullo family in their time of need and keep them in our thoughts and prayers," said Chief Jason Lando.

A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 10:00am at St. Padre Pio Parish (formerly St. Augustine's), located at 225 37th Street in Lawrenceville.

10/09/2026

A reminder about this Saturday's Open House for the new Zone 5 Police Station. See you there!

The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Zone 5 Station is hosting an Open House at our brand-new location, and you’re invited.

When: Saturday, October 10
Time: 12PM-4PM
Where: 161 N Euclid Ave

Bring the whole family out for an afternoon packed with fun, food, and community.
▪ Face painting, music, and games
▪ Bounce houses
▪ Tours of the new station
▪ Free giveaways
▪ Opportunities to meet your local Zone 5 officers
▪ Gaming truck
▪ Cookout

Spread the word, invite your neighbors, and come check out the new space. We look forward to seeing you there!

10/09/2026

The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police held another successful Youth Connections session with students at Allderdice High School in Squirrel Hill.

The program focuses on building strong, positive relationships between officers and youth through direct engagement. Officers dress in everyday attire rather than in their uniforms to create a relaxed environment for the children.

Want to bring this experience to your students? We’d love to visit! Contact Sgt. Celender at [email protected]. Please note: Schools must be located within the City of Pittsburgh limits.