Pittsburgh Police

On Saturday July 19, 2025, PBP Homicide detectives arrested Dominic Pinnick, 18, following the aggravated assault of a 10-month-old baby left in his care in the 7100 block of Kedron St. The child has since passed away at the hospital. Pinnick is being held at the ACJ.

SVU detectives are looking for a missing 77 yo. Pastor Rodriguez-Rivera Jr. was last seen on 7/20/25, in the 1000 block of Herron Ave. He speaks both English and Spanish but prefers Spanish. He is 5’7”, 130 lbs, w/ white/grey hair, & brown eyes. Call (412) 323-7141 or 911.

South Side Entertainment Patrol officers continue with their focused enforcement efforts in the East Carson Street corridor. July 16 - July 20, 2025: Traffic Stops: 8 Traffic Citations: 2 Parking Citations: 33 Tows: 14 Non-Traffic Citations: 17 Arrests: 10 Firearm Seized: 1

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue with focused enforcement efforts in the Central Business and Entertainment Districts. Below are the arrest and citation numbers for 7/14-7/20: Arrests: 27 Non-traffic citations: 28 Parking ticket: 1 Traffic Stops: 1 Warrants: 2

The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police held a promotion ceremony for five detectives and two officers who were promoted to the rank of sergeant this afternoon. One officer was sworn in yesterday at Police Headquarters by Acting Chief Devine. Congratulations to our eight new sergeants!

On this day, we remember our brother and friend, Pittsburgh Police Officer Calvin Hall, who lost his life on July 17, 2019. His words "Time for me to make a difference" are written outside the Officer Calvin M. Hall Public Safety Center where he worked and for which it is named.

South Side Entertainment Patrol officers had another busy summer weekend working in the E. Carson St. corridor. Here are the stats for July 9 - 13, 2025: Traffic Stops: 17 Traffic Citations: 5 Parking Citations: 10 Tows: 7 Non-Traffic Arrests: 23 Arrests: 9 Firearms Seized: 2

DPSC officers continue with focused enforcement efforts in the Central Business and Entertainment Districts amid multiple summer events. Below are the arrest and citation numbers from July 7-July 13, 2025: Arrests: 32 Non-traffic: 35 Parking tickets: 7 Tows: 3 Warrants: 3

PBP is aware of an incident involving two pit bulls fatally attacking a third, smaller, dog in Carrick. Police and AC & C determined that this attack actually occurred in 03/25 and all dogs were owned by the same people. AC&C will be issuing citations. Investigation is ongoing.

Reminder! Pittsburgh Public Safety will be celebrating National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5. The nationwide annual event brings communities together through block parties, visits from public safety personnel, and more! Register your event by July 25 ➡️ bit.ly/4lPUYUg

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue with focused enforcement efforts in the Central Business District and Entertainment District. The arrest and citation numbers for 6/30 to 7/6/25: Arrests: 41 Non-traffic citations: 27 Parking tickets: 3 Tows: 2 Warrants: 1

South Side Entertainment Patrol officers continue with their focused enforcement efforts in the E. Carson St. corridor. The arrest and citation numbers for July 2 - July 6, 2025 are available here: pittsburghpa.gov/News-articles/…

**SCAM ALERT** Officers have received reports that someone is impersonating a Pittsburgh Police officer & contacting them about fines for missing court. These calls are fake! Pittsburgh Police officers will never demand money or payment for any reason. Please contact 9-1-1.

🎆 Pittsburgh Finalizes Public Safety & Event Preparations for July 4th Festivities North Shore Riverfront Park will host the day's events with additional entertainment at Grandview Park Band Stand. Press Release: bit.ly/400wBdU Event webpage: bit.ly/4lC4hqr

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue with focused enforcement efforts in the Central Business District & Entertainment District. Below are the arrest & citation numbers for 6/23-6/29, 2025. Arrests: 25 Non-traffic Citations: 18 Parking Tickets: 6 Tows: 1 Warrants: 1

South Side Entertainment Patrol officers continue with their focused enforcement efforts in the E. Carson St. corridor. The arrest and citation numbers for June 25 – 29, 2025 are available here: pittsburghpa.gov/News-articles/…

On Wednesday, June 25, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police held a graduation ceremony swearing in 28 new officers. After completing 40 weeks at the Training Academy, the officers from Basic Recruit Class 24-03 became the latest group to join the ranks of the PBP. Congratulations!

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue with focused enforcement efforts in the Central Business District and Entertainment District. Arrest and citation numbers for June 16-22, 2025: Arrests: 18 Non-traffic: 31 Parking tickets: 1 Traffic Stops: 2 Tows: 1 Warrants: 1

South Side Entertainment Patrol officers continue with their enforcement efforts in E. Carson St. corridor. Arrest and citations for June 18 – 22, 2025: Traffic Stops: 7 Traffic Citations: 5 Parking Citations: 7 Tows: 5 Non-Traffic Arrests: 31 Arrests: 8 Firearms Seized: 4

UPDATE: Darayia Preston has been safely located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post: