Wilkinsburg police say a man trying to get away in a car after a robbery plowed into two teenage girls on Doyle Street, then took off and crashed a short distance away. The collision happened Thursday afternoon; officers say the car fled before the driver wrecked along Frankstown Road and was taken into custody on Friday. Both teens were hospitalized, and one of them, identified by family as 14‑year‑old Prudence, suffered two broken legs and needed surgery, according to relatives.
Police identified the suspect as George Mitchell II and say he was already wanted in connection with a robbery in nearby Penn Hills, leaving that scene in a black Cadillac, according to WTAE. The station reports that after a search of the area, officers located Mitchell, who was taken to a hospital following the crash. Investigators told reporters the case is still being worked and that no formal charges had been publicly detailed at the time of the report.
Neighborhood context
The crash and arrest unfolded against a backdrop of recent high‑profile violence in Wilkinsburg, including a March street fight that left a 16‑year‑old dead, which drew regional attention. The city’s public‑safety blotter shows frequent patrols and responses in nearby neighborhoods, highlighting how often officers are called out for street disturbances and violent incidents; see the Pittsburgh public safety blotter for additional background on recent police activity.
Family account
Family members identified one of the injured girls as Prudence and said her mother, Angela Sibley, reported that Prudence was intubated after surgery and will require more procedures as she heals, WTAE reported. Neighbors described a chaotic scene in the immediate aftermath of the collision and said the community has been rattled by how suddenly things turned violent. Officials have not publicly released the name or condition of the second teenager, beyond saying both girls were taken to the hospital.
Investigation ongoing
Wilkinsburg police say the investigation remains active and that prosecutors will review the case as detectives collect more evidence. Anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities or the Allegheny County Police tip line at 1‑833‑ALL‑TIPS, according to the Allegheny County Police website. This story will be updated as officials release additional details.
