Transparency issues abound in Wilkinsburg killing

By Duke Staff On the afternoon of Jan. 31, Bruce Kelley Jr. and a Port Authority police dog both lost their lives. The response to each of those events has been alarming and disheartening, as has the lack of proper transparency from the police departments involved with the case. The 37-year-old Kelley and his father were approached by two Port Authority police officers that afternoon … Continue reading Transparency issues abound in Wilkinsburg killing

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Duquesne ups police presence for holiday

By Brandon Addeo | The Duquesne Duke Duquesne students braved pouring rain on Saturday to join the city of Pittsburgh in celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. Clad in green and sporting shamrock apparel, many students celebrated Irish heritage by watching the city’s parade or travelling to the South Side, as well as celebrating on campus. This led to increased police patrols to combat alcohol violations, according … Continue reading Duquesne ups police presence for holiday

The Duquesne DukeMarch 18, 2015Leave a comment

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College police forces changing

By Brandon Addeo | The Duquesne Duke Police forces at public and private universities across the country have seen an increase in size and strength, according to a recent U.S. Department of Justice study, and this is no different at Duquesne. A report by the justice department found that in over 900 four-year institutions, the number of institutions with sworn police officers rose from 75 … Continue reading College police forces changing

The Duquesne DukeJanuary 28, 2015Leave a comment

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Essay questions ‘white gaze’ in America

By Bridget Seelinger | The Duquesne Duke An essay by a Duquesne philosophy professor about what it’s like to be black in “White America” was honored by the American Philosophical Association last week, prompting disagreements from local police officials about the essay’s message. Professor George Yancy’s essay, “Walking While Black in the ‘White Gaze,’” explores how blacks are treated in the country today, by law … Continue reading Essay questions ‘white gaze’ in America

The Duquesne DukeJanuary 21, 2015Leave a comment

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Staff Editorial: Victim earns money, police pay small price

By Duke Staff Four years after this young man was wrongfully arrested and beaten by three Pittsburgh police officers, justice has finally been served in the judicial system. The question remains, however, for Jordan Miles, now 22: Is the ruling fulfilling? In January 2010, Miles was walking in Homewood at night when three white police officers pulled over and chased him as he attempted to … Continue reading Staff Editorial: Victim earns money, police pay small price

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Police crack down on St. Patrick’s Day parade

By Jen Cardone | The Duquesne Duke No major incidents were reported during this year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday in Pittsburgh. In a statement released by the Pittsburgh police department, there were 71 total arrests, 29 of which were “on-view,” with 21 occurring on the South Side. There were five summary arrests and 37 non-traffic arrests. Police spokeswoman Sonya Toler said the department … Continue reading Police crack down on St. Patrick’s Day parade

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Whatever comes to mind: Dog remembered as hero

By George Flynn | Opinions Editor This past Thursday, we lost a beloved police officer. He was strong and incredibly heroic. He risked his life trying to stop a criminal and, unfortunately, did not make it. He passed on the evening of Jan. 30. Many people were pulling for his recovery and were devastated to find that he lost his life. He will be missed … Continue reading Whatever comes to mind: Dog remembered as hero

The Duquesne DukeFebruary 6, 2014Leave a comment

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Staff Editorial: South Side unsafe for society

By Duke Staff According to Pittsburgh police, the South Side is on its way to becoming a safer neighborhood. But does the word safer lend the same meaning as safe? Lt. Larry Scirotto recently spoke to The Duke and reported that since last year, an estimated 30 percent drop in crimes like aggravated assault, arson, robbery, burglary and theft. Also, a 28.7 percent decrease in … Continue reading Staff Editorial: South Side unsafe for society

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Police Briefs and Bluff Briefs (November 7, 2013)

Police Briefs It was one of the weirder weeks in crime, and Uncle PB is a little appalled at the creativity of the offenses. Alcohol violations are one thing, but trucks of marijuana and loading dock sleepers? Happy Halloween, sort of. It all started last Wednesday morning when a pickup truck traveling down McAnulty had an odor of marijuana permeating from the inside. After the … Continue reading Police Briefs and Bluff Briefs (November 7, 2013)

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Public safety equipped with new car

By Adam Kelly | The Duquesne Duke The Duquesne public safety department has added a new police car to its fleet. A 2014 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor is replacing one of the Ford Crown Victorias and will be primarily used as a patrol car, as well as a transport for health services to UPMC Mercy, according to Cpl. Michael Kiryk. “This is Ford’s Police Interceptor … Continue reading Public safety equipped with new car

The Duquesne DukeOctober 31, 2013Leave a comment