PITTSBURGH — A significant incident on the University of Pittsburgh campus has resulted in the arrest of one individual following an assault on a group of Jewish students. According to a statement released by the university, two students sustained injuries requiring treatment at the scene after being attacked with a bottle near the iconic Cathedral of Learning.
The suspect, who is reportedly not affiliated with the university, was swiftly apprehended by campus police and taken into custody. Details regarding potential charges remain undisclosed.
University officials have engaged with community organizations, including local Jewish groups, in response to the incident. Authorities have confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to public safety, and counseling services are being offered to those affected.
A statement from the university asserted, “To be clear: Neither acts of violence nor antisemitism will be tolerated. Local and federal partners are supporting our police in this ongoing investigation.”
