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University of Pittsburgh Police Department This page is not monitored 24 hours a day. For emergencies, please call 412-624-2121. To report a crime anonymously, visit http://police.pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh Police Department is the third-largest law enforcement agency in Allegheny County, providing 24-hour protection for nearly 40,000 students, faculty, and staff. We cover the 132-acre Pittsburgh campus, along with University Facilities in outlying Pittsburgh neighborhoods, such as the Surplus Warehouse on Thomas Boulevard and the South Side Sports Complex. We have around 100 commissioned officer positions, which include a motorcycle unit of six officers, a bicycle unit of six officers, a K-9 unit of four officers (two are K-9s), and a Special Emergency Response Team (SERT). The SERT team is fully equipped to immediately respond to life-threatening events. Ten communications room personnel, 46 security guards, and four administrative professionals are also an integral part of our department. All commissioned officers are certified under state law and receive training in “rapid response, active shooter” on a regular basis.

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From the new PittSAFE app to shelter-in-place and lockdown protocols to sexual assault prevention and services to campus...
10/01/2026

From the new PittSAFE app to shelter-in-place and lockdown protocols to sexual assault prevention and services to campus safety tips, For Safety's Sake has all of the resources you need to live your best life at Pitt. Visit www.safety.pitt.edu/annual-security-report to check out the 2026 annual security report!

September and October are peak times for upgrading your home security. Day or night, small security upgrades and declutt...
09/30/2026

September and October are peak times for upgrading your home security. Day or night, small security upgrades and decluttering will keep your home safe, secure, and ready for the season:

🔒 Lock it down: Double-check all locks: exterior doors, garage, shed, first- and second-story windows.
💡 Light it up: Install a video doorbell for added visibility. Install motion lights in vulnerable or isolated areas near entrances. Security lighting also helps to illuminate dark areas and prevent hiding places for thieves.
🪨 Ditch the fake rock: Thieves know all the classic outdoor key-hiding spots. Switch to a smart lock or give a spare to a trusted neighbor instead.
🌳 Trim it back: Cut down overgrown bushes that block street visibility to your windows.
🪜 Stow it: Put away items that could help a thief access your home, such as ladders and window-unit air conditioners.

If you see something suspicious or require emergency assistance, contact Pitt Police at 412-624-2121 or through the PittSAFE app.

Happy Homecoming weekend, Panthers! Whether you’re returning to campus for the celebrations or are a current student, ma...
09/25/2026

Happy Homecoming weekend, Panthers! Whether you’re returning to campus for the celebrations or are a current student, make sure you have a plan to stay safe throughout the weekend:

💙 Download the new PittSAFE app using the link in bio and utilize its features for contacting Pitt Police in an emergency.
💛 Be a good friend: if you see someone who may be in danger of an alcohol or drug overdose, call 911.
💙 Don’t drink and drive: if you drink, have a designated driver in your group, or use a rideshare app or public transportation to get home safely.
💛 Be visible and walk with a friend or group when going out at night.
💙 Be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activity to Pitt Police at 412-624-2121.
 
Stay safe & Hail to Pitt!

Are you looking to meet new people and give back to the community? Join Pitt Police on Tuesday, October 13, from 10am to...
09/23/2026

Are you looking to meet new people and give back to the community? Join Pitt Police on Tuesday, October 13, from 10am to noon, for our Fall Adopt-a-Highway event. We will clean our section of PennDOT’s Adopt-a-Highway along Forbes Avenue. It’s a great opportunity to take a break from studying and make a difference. Register in advance using link in bio!

It’s game day, Panthers! When you’re getting ready for tonight’s game against Syracuse, make sure you have your game pla...
09/17/2026

It’s game day, Panthers! When you’re getting ready for tonight’s game against Syracuse, make sure you have your game plan in place and be prepared for the possibility of rain:
💙 Save Pitt Police’s emergency number, 412-624-2121, in your contacts
💛 Stay hydrated and dress appropriately for the weather
💙 Download and use the new PittSAFE app: you can use the Friend Walk feature to let family and friends know you got home safely after the game
💛 Be aware of your surroundings, and if you see something, say something: report suspicious activity through the PittSAFE app
💙 Follow Pitt’s Student Code of Conduct
💛 And call us if you experience an emergency. Pitt Police are here to help!
Have a safe game day, Panthers! 

Do you have the new PittSAFE app? PittSAFE is a fast and easy way to contact Pitt Police in an emergency situation, as w...
09/16/2026

Do you have the new PittSAFE app? PittSAFE is a fast and easy way to contact Pitt Police in an emergency situation, as well as a great tool for connecting with other Pitt departments and their resources. In an emergency, you can chat with or call Pitt Police dispatch or deploy a Mobile BlueLight. Getting the help you need has never been easier. Download PittSAFE today using link in bio.
Stay safe and Hail to Pitt!

A day of remembrance and honoring our fallen heroes. Today, Pitt Police join the entire nation in remembering the lives ...
09/11/2026

A day of remembrance and honoring our fallen heroes. Today, Pitt Police join the entire nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and we give thanks to the first responders who gave it their all to protect and preserve life on that tragic day and the days and weeks that followed.
 
We will never forget.

The Rave Guardian app is sunsetting on Thursday, September 10. Download the NEW PittSAFE app today and make sure to remo...
09/09/2026

The Rave Guardian app is sunsetting on Thursday, September 10. Download the NEW PittSAFE app today and make sure to remove Rave Guardian from your phone. Stay safe and Hail to Pitt!
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🌧️ We’re no meteorologists, but it’s looking like rain on Thursday, September 10, the day of our Fall 2026 Safety Sympos...
09/08/2026

🌧️ We’re no meteorologists, but it’s looking like rain on Thursday, September 10, the day of our Fall 2026 Safety Symposium. No worries, though; if we are unable to host the event in Gallagher Plaza, you can still join us for a day of fun activities, snacks, and swag inside the William Pitt Union. Tag a friend who needs to join you at the Fall 2026 Safety Symposium!

Pitt Football season is here! When you go to cheer on the Panthers against the RedHawks, make sure you and your friends ...
09/04/2026

Pitt Football season is here! When you go to cheer on the Panthers against the RedHawks, make sure you and your friends have a safety plan:

📱 Save Pitt Police’s emergency number, 412-624-2121, in your contacts
💧 Stay hydrated and dress appropriately for the weather
📲 Download and use the new PittSAFE app: you can use the Friend Walk feature to let family and friends know you got home safely after the game
👀 Be aware of your surroundings, and if you see something, say something: report suspicious activity through the PittSAFE app
📋 Follow Pitt’s Student Code of Conduct
🚨 And call us if you experience an emergency. Pitt Police are here to help!

Have a safe game day, Panthers! 💙💛🏈


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