The city plans to have police officers target the most serious threats to public safety while using other resources to address incidents like mental health crises.
Pittsburgh Police hope a new firearms tracking unit and help from the public can reverse an increase in gun violence. According to investigators, a gun was used in 93% of the homicide cases in 2021. The new unit will investigate illegal firearms purchases and track the flow of guns in the city. Police were joined by the families of victims of gun violence at a press conference Thursday to implore the public to help prevent community members from committing acts of violence.