Crime alert asks for tips on two reports of antisemitic graffiti on campus
AI-generated · every claim is source-linkedOn Thursday, October 15, 2026, the University of Pittsburgh Police Department posted a crime alert about two reports of antisemitic graffiti received between October 12 and October 15, one in the 3900 block of Forbes Avenue and one in the 4200 block of Fifth Avenue, and asked anyone with information to call police.
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On Campus Crime Alert: Warning: The content of this crime alert may contain graphic and sensitive information. Vandalism The University of Pittsburgh Police Department has received two reports of antisemitic graffiti on campus between October 12 and October 15, 2026. The first incident occurred in the 3900 block of Forbes Avenue. The second incident occurred in the 4200 block of Fifth Avenue. Description of the suspect(s) is as follows: Suspect 1: There are no suspect descriptions. University of Pittsburgh Police are investigating. If you have any further information regarding these incidents, please contact 412-624-2121 and reference report numbers 26-03310 and 26-03378. Additional Information: - If you need support, in addition to the Pitt Police, the following resources are available, 24/7: - Pittsburgh Action Against Rape: 1-866-363-7272 - University Counseling Center: 412-648-7930 - resolve Crisis Services: 1-888-796-8226 - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 - Familiarize yourself with and implement these general safety tips into your daily routine. - Download the new PittSAFE app. The app allows different options for contacting the police, including voice and text, as well as anonymous reporting options. - The Pitt Police offer a self-defense and awareness program. Contact Officer Heather Walker, hlc33@pitt.edu, for more information on SAFE classes. - Crime alerts and any updates are posted online at safety.pitt.edu/alerts. Information on how to register to receive crime alerts via text message can be found here.
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Campus Alert Archive. "University of Pittsburgh: Crime alert asks for tips on two reports of antisemitic graffiti on campus." Incident of October 12, 2026. Added October 2026; last updated November 2026. https://campusalertarchive.com/case/university-of-pittsburgh-antisemitic-graffiti-crime-alert-2026-10-12/
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