Police Zone 4

Zone 4 Residents, 

Here is a list of upcoming events:

Thursday January 16 at 6:30 PM at the JCC, 5738 Forbes Ave-Monthly Zone 4 Public Safety Council meeting. This meeting occurs on the third Thursday of every month.  A special presentation will be given by Violence Prevention Analyst Victoria Butler. Learn about how the City of Pittsburgh collects and uses data to analyze trends both in violent crime and with individual incidents. 

Tuesday January 28 at 5:30 PM at the JCC, 5738 Forbes Ave-City Wide Public Safety meeting. A light dinner will be served at 5:30 PM, and the meeting will begin at 6:30 PM. You must register for the event be emailing amber.phillips@pittsburghpa.gov with your name, neighborhood, police zone you are from, and number attending.

Aggravated Assault in the 5700 Blk of Forward Ave- On 9/15/24 at approximately 6:30 PM, Zone 4 Officers responded to the 5700 Blk of Forward Ave for an assault that had just occurred. Upon arrival, Officers observed an unconcious adult male victim with serious injuries to his head. The suspect, Victor Morgan-El, 39 of Squirrel Hill, admitted to getting into a fight with the victim, and assaulting the victim with punches and kicks. The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Morgan-El was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault.

Robbery on Centre Ave at South Aiken Ave- On 9/18/24 at approximately 3:15 PM, Zone 4 Officers responded to Centre Ave at South Ailken Ave for a robbery that just occurred. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with an adult male victim who stated that as he was walking, he noticed an unknown male swinging a chair around in the middele of Centre Ave. The victimm stated that he ignored the male and kept walking when the male then suddenly approached him, pushed him to the ground, demanded his money, then proceeded to attempt to take the victims shoes off his feet. The victim was able to get back on his feet when the male then reached his hand into his pocket and threatened to kill him. The victim then fled to safety and called the police. The suspect, Mark Price, 50, of Lincoln-Lemington was still near the victim when officers saw him and confirmed his identity with the suspect. Price was arrested and charged with Robbery, Terroristic Threats, and Disorderly Conduct. 

Indecent Assault/Indecent Exposure-Frick Park-On 9/22/24 at approximately 5:15 PM, Zone 4 Officers responded to Frick Park for a report of a male who had committed an indecent assault aginst an adult female victim, and committed indecent exposure and performed a lewd act in front of another female victim.  Through an investigation, Officers were able to make contact with Isaiah Rivers, 19, of Penn Hills, and arrested Rivers on scene.  Rivers was charged with Indecent Assault, Indecent Exposure, Harassment, and Open Lewdness. 

Indecent Exposure in the 400 Blk of Semple St-On 9/24/24 at approximately 1030 AM, Zone 4 Officers responded to a laundromat in the 400 Blk of Semple St for an adult male openly exposing himself. Upon arrival, Officers observed the male openly exposing his genitals to the public. The male, identified as Benjamin Rollins, 56, of Uptown was arrested and charged with Indecent Exposure.

Nothing to report at this time.

It’s that time of year again! The Citizen Police Academy and the Student Police Academy are now taking registrations. These programs are a great opportunity to learn the roles, training and responsibilities of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police. To register, fill out the Online Application. We hope to see you there!

AM Shift: 

• Sgt. E. Perri
  eugene.perri@pittsburghpa,gov
• Officer J. Cerula
• Officer J. Clayton
• Officer R. Petak
• Officer D.Swearingen
• Officer A. Chambers

PM Shift: 

• Sgt. D. Sullivan
  daniel.sullivan@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer R. Berberich
• Officer S. Gorman
• Officer H. Banker
• Officer L. Luncinski
• Officer A. Melocchi

AM Shift: 

• Sgt. D. Williams
  derek.williams@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer L. Gabriel
• Officer J. Washington
• Officer J. Gromek
• Officer T.Mathis

PM Shift: 

• Sgt. M. Miller
  maurice.miller@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer J. Labella
• Officer T. Nestler
• Officer A. Flick
• Officer S. Freiss

AM Shift: 

• Sgt. J. Zigarella
  james.zigarella@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer R. Henry
• Officer D. Berberick
• Officer G. Lee
• Officer R Hartnett

PM Shift: 

• Sgt. Chelsey Washington
  chelsey.washington@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer S. Flynn
• Officer N. Greer
• Officer M.Bertok
• Officer A W Hohol

AM Shift: 

• Sgt. B. Elledge
  brian.elledge@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer T. Llewellyn
• Officer W. Fuller
• Officer J.Kusenko
• Officer A. Loughran

PM Shift: Lt. E. Kroll

• Sgt. Anthony Barber
• anthony.barber@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer M Salerno
• Officer R. Kennedy
• Officer A. Herstine
• Officer R. Gould

Zone 4 Police Department
The Zone 4 Police Department Homepage

File a Police Report
Police reports can be filed by calling 911 or by visiting the Zone 4 Police Department.

Access Domestic Violence Resources
Resources are available to support victims of abuse.

Apply to become a Police Officer
The City of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for the Police Officer position. Apply today!

Find your neighborhood Block Watch - TBA
Search for Block Watch Groups in your area.

Megan’s Law Electronic Notification System
Sign up to receive email for the individuals currently registered with the Pennsylvania State Police as active sexual offenders pursuant to Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law.

Point Breeze North

President: Jeff Wetzel

Address: PO Box 5465 Pittsburgh, PA. 15206

Phone: 412-616-2762

Email: www.pointbreezenorth.com/contact

Website: www.pointbreezenorth.com

Meetings: See website for future meetings

We are a non-profit, volunteer run organization made up of people who care for, and are invested in the beautiful neighborhood of Point Breeze North.

If you live here, are a business owner, or own property here, we encourage you to get involved, make an impact, and stay connected.

Point Breeze North received its name from the Point Breeze Hotel, which was located along the Greensburg Turnpike during the early 1800s. This area is now the intersection of Fifth and Penn Avenue.

McPherson and Thomas, the major streets, emulate French boulevards, with wide, divided roads, floral islands, and a mixture of apartments and mansions. It remains as it was then: an area of distinctive and mixed historical styles, from Civil War row houses to 1920s villas, to Victorian gingerbread homes. Westinghouse Park derived its name from the Westinghouse mansion that was in North Point Breeze since its beginning.

Shadyside Chamber of Commerce

Address: 5428 Walnut Street, Mailbox 101Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Phone: 412-650-0430, 412-682-1298

Website: www.thinkshadyside.com

Meetings: See website for future meetings

The Shadyside Chamber of Commerce works to prioritize the needs of merchants within the community. We are currently restructuring and refocusing the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce, to ensure that we remain a service driven organization that is innovative, proactive, and always striving to foster an inclusive climate that serves in the best interest of its members.

Our Mission
The mission of the Shadyside Chamber of Commerce is to enhance the economic vitality within the community in which we live, work, and play.

Our Vision
We envision a vibrant business district in which we help our community flourish, grow and sustain.

Regent Square Civic Association

Co-Presidents: Christine Furman & Adam Wasilko

Address: Wilkins School Community Center7604 Charleston Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218

Website: rsca.online

Meetings: Check website for upcoming meetings

RSCA Mission
The RSCA serves the Regent Square community by acting as a liaison to the municipalities, improving community safety, enriching the environment, and enhancing the quality of life of its citizens through positive participatory actions.

It is RSCA’s mission to:

• Continuously improve the quality of life in the Regent Square neighborhood
• Organize relevant community events when needed
• Initiate neighborhood improvement
• Act as a positive advocate on important community-wide issues; and 2.2.5. disseminate relevant information to the community

PBO's mission is to engage residents and businesses to enhance the quality of life in Point Breeze.

We invite all Point Breeze residents and businesses to join, and we do not charge dues. You do not have to be a PBO member to attend events, but becoming a member gives you a voice in our activities and important neighborhood decisions and improves the chances that public officials will hear our concerns.

The PBO is a 501(c)(3) organization. Our meetings are open to the public and held at 6:30PM on the second Tuesday of March, May, July, September, and November. The location may vary. Please contact info@pointbreezepgh.org to receive additional information about attending a meeting.

The South Oakland Neighborhood Group (SONG)

Address: Frazier Field House 3716 Frazier Street Pittsburgh, PA. 15213

Website: southoaklandpgh.org

Facebook: South Oakland Neighborhood Group Pgh

Twitter: @SONG_Pgh

Meetings: SONG meets the first Tuesday of every month at Frazier Fieldhouse on Frazier St, and other events as well. Check the home page for more information.

About
Is a a community organization of residents, primarily focused on the South Oakland Neighborhood, but also Oakland and Pittsburgh in general, to improve the quality of life for all residents, including students and local businesses through improved and expanded communication and involvement. Any interested parties are encouraged to participate and contribute.

Squirrel Hill Urban Coalition

President: Martha Isler

Address: 5604 Solway St. Pittsburgh, PA. 15217

Phone: 412-422-7666

Website: shuc.org

Email: info@shuc.org

Established in 1972, the Squirrel Hill Urban Coalition gives voice to the hopes and concerns of our residents, institutions, businesses and visitors and works to preserve, improve, and celebrate the quality of life in our vibrant urban Squirrel Hill neighborhood. Our mission is implemented through a long range planning process, fostering community-based initiatives in the areas of education, public safety, transportation, parks and open spaces, plus commercial, institutional and residential development. Volunteer-supported committees provide leadership to our community by studying, debating, and advocating positions on issues affecting our neighborhood’s vitality

West Oakland Neighborhood Council - The Corner

Address: 200 Robinson St. Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Phone: 412-436-9127

Email: info@cornerpgh.org

Website: www.cornerpgh.org

Follow Us: @CornerPgh

The Corner is a grassroots community outreach program and multi-purpose space of Friendship Community Church located between the Oakland and Hill District neighborhoods.

Since 2011, The Corner program has served as a pinnacle of cultural enrichment and a thriving center for the arts, social justice advocacy, education, resource accessibility, and community engagement.

The Corner's Mission
To provide arts and social safety net programming through a welcoming “third place” space model for residents of West Oakland, Oak Hill, the Hill District, and greater Pittsburgh community.

Oakcliffe Community Organization of South Oakland

President: Dave Panasiuk

Address: 328 Ophelia Street Pittsburgh 15213

Website: oakcliffe.org

Email: oakcliffe.org@gmail.com

Meetings
2nd Wednesday of each month 7:00 PM in person @ 3240 Craft Place or on virtual zoom. Website has zoom link.

Mission
The purpose of the Oakcliffe Community Organization is to foster community involvement in conserving and improving the Oakcliffe neighborhood, petition government for public services, and carry out programs of community improvement.

Greater Park Place Neighborhood Association (GPPNA)

Contact: Mary Hupe

Address: 590 S. Braddock Ave. Pittsburgh, PA. 15221

Email: greaterparkplace@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/ParkPlacePgh/

Meetings: Quarterly- see Facebook for details

A group for residents and fans of Pittsburgh's Park Place neighborhood!

Park Place is nestled next to Frick Park on the eastern edge of the City of Pittsburgh and includes a few blocks of Wilkinsburg. Home to many beautiful and historic houses, including the Old Heidelberg apartment building, Park Place is a diverse community with engaged and friendly residents represented by the Greater Park Place Neighborhood Association (GPPNA).

31st Ward

President: Ryan Herbinko

Address

Website: 31stWardCAG.org

Email: ExecutiveBoard@31stWardCAG.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/217983421573389/

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM 1202 Muldowney Ave. Pittsburgh, PA. 15207(parking is on Cooley Way)

The 31st Ward Community Action Group was established to bring the residents of our community together, advocate for the neighborhoods' needs, and to support the youth, veterans, businesses and senior citizens of the 31st Ward and surrounding areas.

31ST Ward

Neighborhood Information
The 31st Ward is located in the southeastern corner of the City of Pittsburgh. It is comprised of four neighborhoods: Lincoln Place, Hays, New Homestead and Gates Manor. Against the backdrop of Pittsburgh’s Historic Steel Valley, the 31st Ward’s unique characteristics give a distinct suburban feel to urban living. The area is home to a multitude of greenspaces and parks as well as a growing business district.

The Greenfield Community Association (GCA)

President: Gina Godfrey

Address: P.O. Box 5605 Pittsburgh, PA. 15207

Email: info@gcapgh.org

Website: gcapgh.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/GCAPGH

Meetings are on hold for now, but please check back in via website or Facebook

The Greenfield Community Association is a 501c3 formed in the Summer of 2012 as a successor to Greenfield’s two established community organizations – Greenfield Organization and Connect Greenfield. Its role is to capture the strengths of both organizations and ensure that the residents of Greenfield continue to have a strong organization working to improve the community.

Mission
Fund, support, develop, and enhance community spirit, athletic activities, and philanthropy among the residents of Greenfield in the 15th Ward -Pittsburgh, PA.

The GCA is committed to preserving and improving the physical, social, and economic health of Greenfield by facilitating volunteerism, nurturing community identity and development, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. We engage in community-based problem solving, support neighborhood-oriented services, and foster public/private cooperation.

Uncover Squirrel Hill

Address: 5884 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, PA. 15217

Email: hello@uncoversquirrelhill.com

Website: www.uncoversquirrelhill.com

Please check out their website for membership and meeting details.

Mission
Re-energized in 2014, Uncover Squirrel Hill seeks to capitalize on its rich history by invigorating the formal network of businesses in the Forbes, Murray and Forward Aves corridor, and eventually throughout Squirrel Hill. Uncover Squirrel Hill gives a voice to the business owners and provides access and communication to the Mayor’s Office with representatives from Police, the office of Community Affairs and Public Works.

As a business-member-based organization, Uncover Squirrel Hill aims to bring the diverse merchant base together to meet goals and plans developed by its member businesses.

Uncover Squirrel Hill helps:

• Organize the merchants to develop and maintain a highly visible role in the community.
• Work with local community leaders to ensure the development and continued improvement of the neighborhood business district.
• Open and maintain lines of communication with business and property owners.
• Organize and secure funds to help meet the Association’s vision and goals.

Zone Four Public Safety Council

President: Dennis Downey

Email: pghzone4publicsafetycouncil@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Zone4PublicSafety/

Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month 6:30 PM at the JCC 5738 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, PA. 15217 (Kindly use the rear entrance at 5738 Darlington Road)

Zone 4 Public Safety Council acts as liaisons between the City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety and the community it serves.

Zone 4 Communities: Oakland, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, Point Breeze, Regent Square, Swisshelm, Greenfield, Hazelwood, Lincoln Place, Glen Hazel. Duck Hollow, Uptown, Hays, New Homestead