Please Be Aware
Talya Lubit, a co-defendant in the targeted graffiti case from the July 29, 2024, defacement at the Jewish Federation and Chabad of Squirrel Hill pled guilty May 15, 2025 in federal court to one count of a Hate Crime and one count of Conspiracy. As part of the plea, she will be ordered to pay restitution in the amount of approximately $11,000 to cover the damages to both signs. The case against her two co-defendants is ongoing, Mohamad Hamad and Micaiah Collins. Both were recently charged via a Superseding Indictment with conspiracy to build and detonate bombs, among other charges.
So far in 2025, we have logged 111 incidents in our Virtual Command Center. This compares to 122 for 2024. We continue to collaborate closely with law enforcement to monitor potential threat activity. Please continue to report any suspicious incidents via the Incident Report Form.
Security Matters in the News This Week
- Rioter sentenced for burning US flag, vandalism in pro-Hamas rally in DC (jns.org)
- CMU graduation marred by anti-Zionist, anti-Hindu messaging on the Fence (jewishchronicle.com)
- Woman pleads guilty to vandalizing Jewish buildings in Pittsburgh (post-gazette.com)
BluePoint Status
BluePoint installation at Riverview is now complete. Charles Morris and Yeshiva Boys materials have been received and are awaiting installation schedules. BluePoint has now been installed in 31 of the 33 locations. Police boxes have been installed at 18 of our organizations, with 10 more locations to follow.
Security Resources and/or Training
Dave Wright Defensive Tactics Training (Women only)
Pittsburgh, PA 15217 United States + Google Map
Women Exclusive Training Join with other women to learn and practice techniques to avoid potential dangers and protect yourself and others when necessary. Topics Covered Situational awareness and survival mindset Basic self-defense techniques Weapons awareness and disarming techniques Reality-based training
Opioid Awareness Workshop
Pittsburgh, 15219 United States + Google Map
Nearly 15 Pennsylvanians die from an overdose each day. Being a good Samaritan can save a life. Join the Center for Loving Kindness and partners for an Opioid Awareness Workshop. Our featured speakers include Jon Atkinson, President, Fraternal Association of Professional Paramedics Local 1, a parent impacted by overdose, and a personal story and Narcan training led by Stacie Brown, Community Engagement Lead, Allegheny County, followed by Q&A. A light Kosher breakfast and coffee will be provi...
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If you need Go Bags, Emergency Safety Procedures Flip Charts or medical supplies contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org or 412-992-5252.
