Safety and Security
Keeping our Transit System Safe
The Port Authority of Allegheny County Transit Police Department has been dedicated to protecting riders, employees, and communities throughout the Pittsburgh region since 1968.
Safety & Security
Officers patrol PRT facilities and vehicles to help create a safe environment for riders and employees.
Emergency Response
Officers respond quickly when riders, employees or the public need assistance.
Rider Assistance
Whether helping someone find their way, responding to a medical emergency or supporting a person in crisis, officers are here to help.
Community Engagement
Port Authority Police participate in outreach events and partnerships that strengthen connections throughout the region.
Need Assistance?
If you need police assistance while using PRT, contact the Port Authority Police Department. For emergencies on a transit vehicle or inside a transit station, please call 412-255-1385 or dial 9-1-1.
See Something, Say Something
PRT frequently relies on our passengers and the general public to alert us to any suspicious or dangerous activity on our vehicles or property.
To report suspicious activity please contact your local law enforcement. If there is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
This could include someone wearing clothing that doesn’t match the weather or season, something bulging or sticking out under a person’s clothes in an unusual way, or someone who appears to be trying to blend in even though they still seem out of place in the surroundings.
This could include someone who seems unusually nervous, tense, or is sweating a lot, a person who leaves a bag or package behind and quickly walks away, someone moving in a suspicious way such as slowly scanning the area or suddenly running, or someone taking photos of transit operations or equipment without authorization.
Suspicious items or packages could include bags or clothing with wires, switches, or electronic devices sticking out, unattended bags, boxes, or backpacks, unexplained smoke, mist, gas, vapor, smells, or leaking fluids, and spray bottles or aerosol cans that seem out of place.
If you see something suspicious or someone doing something dangerous, call Transit Police at 412-255-1385. It’s also a good idea to have a plan to stay in touch with your family or friends during an emergency. If an emergency happens, try to stay calm, listen carefully, and follow any instructions from transit staff or emergency responders.