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FW: Zone 5 Community Update: Week of December 14th-20th
by Monica Watt 28 Dec '15

28 Dec '15

I apologize for not sending this report out sooner. Please read the notes below from the Commander. Monica From: Lando, Jason Sent: Monday, December 21, 2015 5:08 PM Subject: Zone 5 Community Update: Week of December 14th-20th Good afternoon, Zone 5 Neighbors! Attached you will find this week's Community Crime Update. I also wanted to give two updates on violent crimes that occurred this week, since many of you have been asking. First, the robbery and shooting that occurred in the 5600 block of Wellesley Street on December 16th. Our GVI (Group Violence Intervention) Unit has been working hard on this case. The suspects are a white male and a white female. The detectives HAVE IDENTIFIED two suspects in this case. Additional interviews are necessary before I can announce suspect names, but as soon as I am able to release that information I will. Second, many of you heard about the triple homicide that we had early this morning in the 200 block of S. Mathilda. At this time, I can tell you that this appears to have been a TARGETED home invasion. This was NOT a random act. While you should always take precaution and lock your doors, these particular victims were not arbitrarily chosen like many burglaries we see. Because the investigation is ongoing and much still needs to be done, I am unable to provide more details at this time. Please understand when we do not release details, it is strictly to protect the integrity of the investigation. We would hate to lose a case in court and see a violent individual walk free because we inadvertently leaked confidential information. On a happier note, I hope all of you have a safe and happy holiday and Merry Christmas! Jason -- Cmdr. Jason Lando Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Zone 5 Station 1401 Washington Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15206 "The most miserable people are those who are obsessed with themselves; the happiest are those who lose themselves in the service of others." - Gordon B. Hinkley

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Appliance Repair
by Lisa Harshbarger 28 Dec '15

28 Dec '15

Does anyone have a suggestion (good or bad) for an appliance repair person? We have an Electrolux range that has been giving us some errors and alarms. Thank you in advance. Lisa

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Two dogs in need of homes
by Emily Nicholson 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

Neighbors, I volunteer at the Humane Society and there are two dogs there who I feel could use some special promotion. The first is Loki. His info can be found here: http://www.petharbor.com/pet.asp?uaid=WPHS.A205074 While I hate seeing all of the dogs cooped up in their kennels, it especially breaks my heart with Loki because he is just so active and so smart. He's going to lose his mind if he's not out of there soon. If there are any young, active, single guys out there reading this, Loki is the dog for you!!!! I say young and active because he would absolutely LOVE to run, hike, camp, bike, or anything else with you. I say single because - trust me on this - he's a babe magnet. Just look at that face. He will get you so much attention from the ladies!!! The second dog is Smiley. His info can be found here: http://www.petharbor.com/pet.asp?uaid=WPHS.A205177 Smiley breaks my heart because...well, just look at him. He's ancient and pathetic and sweet and probably going blind and deaf and he doesn't deserve to spend his remaining time on this earth in a loud, smelly, uncomfortable shelter. And he probably desperately misses his old owner. His paperwork says that his owner got ill and that he was brought in by humane officers. I don't know the details but it was probably an older person who could no longer care for him and the situation probably caught the attention of a concerned neighbor or family member. Now Smiley is in the shelter, and it's unbelievably sad. If you or anybody you know would be willing to take him on as a charity case (and it would be a charity case - he's super sweet, but he can barely walk and he's not going to be around to give you years of love and affection), please, please do so. You would not be making a years-long commitment. You would just be giving a sweet old dog a loving, comfortable home in which to live out the next few months, maybe year tops. Thanks, neighbors. I know I can count on you to spread the word. Emily Nicholson

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Women's Black Peacoat for Sale - $30
by Sara Parks 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

Waisted, mid-length, round buttons. Never worn--didn't fit and I missed the online return window. Size 12. The color is dark black, though the photo quality is poor and makes it look dark grey. Text or call: 412-721-2513 Thanks! Sara

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Looking for Becca Sherman
by Bob Staresinic 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

I recieved a package today (Sunday) addressed to Becca Sherman, and no one with that name lives here. If you are or know Becca, please call me at 412-441-8972. Thanks Bob

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Curb alert - yellow arm chair
by lbhorst 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

Neighbors, much-loved but perfectly good arm chair up for grabs. Fabric resists stains well. It is on our front porch (under a white mattress liner to protect it), which is perched above a quintessentially Pittsburgh flight of stairs. 6351 Glenview Place is the address. Please don't take any of the other stuff off the porch, unless the huge empty box appeals to you. Sent from my iPhone

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curb alert
by Jana Finder 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

In front of 5541 Beverly Place: shelf unit, wooden chair, whirley pop popcorn maker, & hanging tomato planter. Jana H. Finder

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Porch alert
by Beth Claussen 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

Hi neighbors There's a small white desk on my porch for the taking. 6416 Jackson st Help yourself! Beth Sent from my iPhone

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Rare Friday cleaning slot available
by Jude 27 Dec '15

27 Dec '15

So as you look around your house while you spend time with your family over the holidays and then you imagine yourself having to clean everything up, you may be excited to know that House Spouse Services™, Inc. has a rare and coveted Friday cleaning slot available biweekly!!!! Please text me at 412-401-4685 to arrange for us to meet for a few minutes and discuss what your needs are and I can provide you with an estimate. Thank you and happy 2016 to everyone! May you have all that you need in the coming year. We are ever so grateful because It is only with the wonderful, passionate and ever growing support we have for our services and our overall mission (to provide local well-paying jobs in our neighborhood with providing reliable and caring home services) from Highland Park that we were able to give our employees paid holiday time off to be with their families. Cheers, Jude Jude Rutkowski HouseSpouse Services™, Inc. 412-401-4685 Jude(a)HouseSpouseServices.com

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Red&White Corelle Set
by Marlo Engels 26 Dec '15

26 Dec '15

Red and White Corelle set. Break and Chip Resistant. Dishwasher and Microwave safe. 4 dinner plates. 4 salad/dessert plates. 4 bowls. 4 mugs. All in excellent condition. Clean. Set can be found on Amazon and Target for $27-35. Selling for $20.

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