Crime & Safety
Downtown Pittsburgh Crime Continues: Pharmacy Robbed
The armed robbery occurred Monday night, police said.
PITTSBURGH, PA — Downtown Pittsburgh's increasing image as a crime-ridden location likely will be enhanced after an armed robbery that occurred at a pharmacy Monday night.
Police were called to the Rite Aid at 100 Forbes Avenue at about 8:30 p.m for the robbery call.
The male suspect, who was dressed entirely in black and wearing a ski mask, threatened staff with a knife and got away with an undisclosed amount of money. The man fled on foot.
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No one was injured in the incident.
The investigation is ongoing.
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