Public Safety Blotter Articles

DAAT Seeks to Identify Male Suspected of Vandalism, Looting During Protests

Date: June 17, 2020
Incident Type: Vandalism/Looting/Riot
Location: Zone 2
Summary:

In its ongoing work, the Damage Assessment and Accountability Task Force (DAAT), comprised of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, continues to analyze video, photos, and information related to the recent protests in the city.

The task force is in the process of identifying individuals who committed criminal acts during those demonstrations.

Investigators seek the public’s assistance in identifying the male in this series of photographs. He is suspected of vandalizing two police vehicles, throwing objects at police officers and looting businesses during the May 30 protest downtown.

The suspect has a tattoo on his left elbow that resembles a bomb design.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the taskforce at DAAT@Pittsburghpa.gov, or call (412) 323-7800 and ask for the task force. Contributors will remain anonymous.

    

 


Reporting PIO:
Cara Cruz

2020-06-17
PIO@pittsburghpa.gov