Man Stabbed in Head in Downtown Pittsburgh

Police investigating overnight attack in Market Square

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A man was stabbed in the head and lower back area early Sunday morning in downtown Pittsburgh's Market Square. The victim was found unresponsive on the street and transported to the hospital in critical condition, but has since been upgraded to stable.

Why it matters

Downtown Pittsburgh's Market Square is a popular public gathering space, and violent crimes in the area raise concerns about public safety and the need for increased security measures.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a call around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday about an unresponsive male on the 100 block of Forbes Avenue in Market Square. The victim had suffered stab wounds to the head and lower back and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, but has since been upgraded to stable.

  • The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

The Victim

The identity of the victim has not been released by authorities.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the stabbing and are searching for any suspects or witnesses.

The takeaway

This violent crime in a prominent public space in downtown Pittsburgh highlights the need for increased security measures and community efforts to address public safety concerns in the area.