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UPDATE: William Getty returned home safely. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post:

Reminder! Tomorrow is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Proper disposal of unneeded prescription drugs saves lives. 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.

At approximately 2:15 am, Zone 5 officers responded to a report of a shooting at a residence in the 100 block of Auburn Street. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. Officers applied a tourniquet at the scene until medics arrived and transported him to the hospital, where he was last reported in stable condition. According to police, all individuals present at the scene stated that the shooting occurred accidentally during a gathering at the home. The Crime Scene Unit processed the scene, and the investigation remains ongoing.

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, sixteen recruits from Basic Recruit Class 26-01 graduated from the Pittsburgh Police Training Academy, taking the first step in their careers as Pittsburgh Police officers. Congratulations to our new officers, stay safe, and welcome to the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police! Read more ➡️ shorturl.at/AxHeH

The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Zone 3 Commander Jeffery Abraham was presented with a proclamation at the South Side Community Action Network's Neighbor Night in recognition of his commitment to the community and public safety. District 3 Councilman Bob Charland presented the proclamation, naming September 15, 2026, as “Commander Jeffrey Abraham Day”. Councilman Charland recognized Commander Abraham’s support of the South Side Entertainment Patrol, his dedication to community-focused policing, and his commitment to the core values of leadership, integrity, and accountability. Chief of Police Jason Lando attended the event alongside members of the Department of Public Safety, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, and the Office of Nighttime Economy. They joined community members in celebrating this recognition and acknowledging the Commander’s contributions to the community.

FINAL UPDATE: Emily has been safely located. Thank you to everyone who shared the information.

Are you or someone you know in need of a meal this Thanksgiving? Pittsburgh Police will once again be hand-delivering meals to those in need on Thanksgiving Day in the City of @Pittsburgh! The deadline to request a meal is Sunday, November 22. There are multiple ways you can request a meal. 🔹 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit form.jotform.com/26288418655… 🔹 Call the correct number below: Zone 1 residents – call 412-323-7201 Zone 2 residents – call 412-255-2827 Zone 3 residents – call 412-488-8328 Zone 4 and 5 residents – call 412-400-0135 Zone 6 residents – call 412-937-3051 Not sure what zone you live in? Visit pittsburghpa.gov/Safety/Poli… and search the address.

The members of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Honor Guard and additional officers joined members of the law enforcement community in Philadelphia to honor the life, service, and sacrifice of fallen Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber at his funeral service at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. Officer Seiber's passing is a great loss, not only for the Philadelphia Police Department, his friends, family, and colleagues, but also for the entire law enforcement community. Though we serve different cities, we share an unbreakable bond rooted in the courage and commitment to serve our communities. The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police extends its deepest condolences to Officer Seiber's loved ones and to his partner Officer Hector Rodriguez III who was injured in the line of duty. End of watch: October 10, 2026.

UPDATE: Detectives have updated information that may assist them in locating Emily. It’s believed she spent some time in Squirrel Hill on October 19 and that she is known to frequent the Lawrenceville area. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call 9-1-1. Original post:

On Friday, October 16, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police officially celebrated the graduation of three K9 teams ready to serve and protect our community. Join us in welcoming our newest Explosive Detection and Patrol K9 Teams: ▪️ Officer Emily Shields and K9 Alex, a 14-month-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix. ▪️ Officer Alyssa Schreiner and K9 Higi, a 16-month-old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix. ▪️ Officer Steven Morgan and K9 Rex, a 3-year-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix. All three teams completed a 480-hour certification course, where they learned to track human scents and detect over 18 explosive odors, including firearms. As part of Region 13, they began patrolling the City of Pittsburgh this week. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, handlers and K9s!

A group of Pittsburgh Police recruits stopped by Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh on Monday with some treats for their four-legged neighbors on the North Side. The recruits raised money to donate cat and dog food to the rescue before they graduate from the nearby Pittsburgh Police Training Academy this week. They had an opportunity to meet one of the beneficiaries of their donation, a six-year-old female mixed breed named Nova who was recently surrendered when her owner became ill. Nova was a huge hit and we BELIEVE she's still up for adoption, unless one of these soon-to-be officers caved in and took her home! Visit humaneanimalrescue.org for more information.

UPDATE: Zachary has been located and he is safe. Thank you to everyone who shared the information. Original post:

Special Victims Unit detectives are asking for the public’s assistance to locate a missing 42-year-old female who may be in need of medical attention. Emily Laychak is described as 5'5", 130 lbs, with blondish/brown hair and green eyes. Emily was last seen on the morning of October 19, 2026 at around 6:30 am as she was leaving the residence of a friend in the East Liberty neighborhood. There is no description of what she was wearing at the time. Anyone with information is asked to call 9-1-1.

Officers from the Downtown Public Safety Center recently participated in a Coffee with a Cop event at the Starbucks in Market Square. From pulling espresso shots to serving up meaningful conversations with our community, we want to thank everyone who stopped by to chat, ask questions, and share a cup of coffee. We’re incredibly grateful to the Starbucks team for having us!

Rain or shine, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police was thrilled to cheer on the Steelers alongside the amazing kids from Rise Up 365! Rise Up 365 is dedicated to transforming young lives through a needs-based, youth-centered, and public health approach that addresses challenges youth face today. This experience fostered opportunities for connection, mentorship, and positive engagement while the group celebrated the Steelers' 34-22 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The officers attended as chaperones, along with Director of Public Safety Sheldon Williams and Assistant Director for Public Safety’s Community Affairs Cornell Jones. Founded by Maurkice Pouncey and later carried on by Stephon Tuitt and Minkah Fitzpatrick, this initiative continues to provide young people with meaningful ways to connect with Public Safety personnel.

Downtown Public Safety Center officers continue focused enforcement in the Central Business and Entertainment Districts. Below are the arrest and citation numbers for 10/12 to 10/18: Arrests: 18 Non-Traffic: 12 Parking: 6 Traffic: 7 Tows: 7 Warrants: 3 Guns: 0 Fake Guns: 0

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police held its semiannual awards ceremony at the PNC Bank Tower auditorium downtown. Patrol officers, supervisors, and detectives were recognized for exemplary work in the following categories: ▪️Recognition of Excellence ▪️Branch Officer/Detective of the Month ▪️Certificate of Commendation ▪️Meritorious Service Award ▪️Bureau Citation ▪️Leadership Award ▪️Purple Heart Award Congratulations to all of the award recipients and thank you for your dedicated service to the Pittsburgh Police and City of @Pittsburgh!

Officers visited students in grades K–2 at Dilworth Elementary in Highland Park yesterday as part of their ongoing Youth Connections initiative to build relationships with the youth. The day included a reading session, a Q&A, and a visit from the Mounted Unit where children had the opportunity to pet the horses. Thank you to everyone involved for making this day a great success for the students!