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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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11/03/2026

A new off-campus crime alert has been issued by Pitt Police, Pittsburgh campus: http://pi.tt/crimealerts

10/30/2026

It’s Halloweekend, Panthers! We know you’re excited to go out and celebrate, but make sure you have a safety plan in place with your friends:

🎃 Travel in groups to and from any activities, check in with each other throughout the night, and communicate that you’ve made it home safely.
🦇 Never leave your drink unattended. Keep an eye on your drink or get a new one.
🎃 Eat appropriately throughout the day and stay hydrated.
🦇 Be a good friend: if you see someone who might be in danger of a drug or alcohol overdose, call 911.
🎃 No matter where you party, follow the Student Code of Conduct to avoid violations.
🦇 Don’t party on the rooftop; it’s dangerous and illegal.
🎃 Download and use the new PittSAFE app in an emergency situation to contact Pitt Police (link in bio!).
🦇 And if you see something, say something. Call Pitt Police at 412-624-2121 to report suspicious activity or if you experience an on-campus emergency.

Also, remember that the clocks change this Sunday at 2am. Use that extra hour to take care of yourself. Don’t let your spooky season turn ghoulish; stay safe and Hail to Pitt!

10/20/2026

Pitt E.N.S. Alert: Police have cleared Posvar Hall. The building has been reopened, resume normal activities. pi.tt/emergency

10/20/2026

Pitt E.N.S. Alert: There is a large police presence at South Bouquet and Roberto Clemente Drive.. Avoid the area. http://pi.tt/emergency

10/20/2026

🍎 Time to go to school! Today, officers from the UPPD Community Programs, Bike, and K9 units met with first graders from Falk Laboratory School. Our officers not only read a story about what it’s like to be a police officer, but they also talked about safety tips, showed off the police vehicles and bike, and introduced students to K9 Octane. Thank you to Ms. Petrack, Ms. O’Brien, their teaching assistants, and their students for sharing some learning time with our officers!
Falk Laboratory School

10/20/2026

Pitt E.N.S. TEST: The test of the emergency notification system for the Pittsburgh campus is now concluded. Download the PittSAFE app at pi.tt/PittSAFE

10/20/2026

Pitt E.N.S. TEST: This is a test of the emergency notification system for the Pittsburgh campus. For more safety resources, download PittSAFE at pi.tt/PittSAFE

10/15/2026

A new on-campus crime alert has been issued by Pitt Police, Pittsburgh campus: http://pi.tt/crimealerts

10/11/2026

One year after his passing, we take time to remember our friend and colleague, Sgt. Charles Welsch.

Over the past year, our department has celebrated Sgt. Welsch’s life through countless initiatives. In January, we hosted our first blood drive in his memory; in addition to Sgt. Welsch’s service with the University of Pittsburgh Police Department, he also served as the Deputy Chief of the Irwin EMS and as a CPR instructor. Sgt. Welsch’s dedication to the preservation of life and providing emergency care to others was at the heart of this memorial blood drive.

This year at the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, Sgt. Welsch was honored by having his badge featured on the backs of the runners’ t-shirts. Sgt. Welsch, who was a huge advocate for raising awareness and funds for the Special Olympics, was with each of the runners in spirit on the day of the run.

Additionally, Sgt. Welsch was an advocate of lifelong learning, serving as a mentor to new officers and encouraging others to continue to develop their professional skills. Before his passing, Sgt. Welsch started collecting books for a resource library for our officers. In July, we held a ribbon cutting ceremony with fellow officers and loved ones, marking the official installment of his bookshelf. Officers continue to donate and borrow books from this library to further their learning.

While today in particular gives us the opportunity to pause and remember Sgt. Welsch, we have felt his presence throughout the year as a guiding force for good in the work that we do within our department and out in our community. Thank you, Charlie, for your service, compassion, and mentorship; we will always remember you. 💙

10/09/2026

It’s Family Weekend, Panthers! Whether you’re participating in the various activities across campus or going to cheer on the Panthers against UNC, make sure to follow these tips to have a safe and enjoyable weekend:

💙 Save the Pitt Police emergency number, 412-624-2121, in your phone, and download the new PittSAFE app. Call us in case of an emergency.
💛 Travel to the game using the free shuttle courtesy of from University Place to Acrisure Stadium, starting 3.5 hours prior to kick-off.
💙 Stay hydrated and make sure to eat appropriately throughout the day.
💛 Follow the Student Code of Conduct.
💙 Wear brighter-colored clothing and have reflective gear when traveling home, as it’s getting dark earlier.
💛 Be a good friend: if you see someone who might be in danger of a drug or alcohol overdose, call 911.

Have a great Family Weekend. Stay safe and Hail to Pitt!

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Pittsburgh, PA

Telephone

(412) 624-2121

Website

http://safety.pitt.edu/police

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