Pittsburgh used to be a city where families felt safe walking through Market Square, a vibrant hub that epitomized our community spirit. However, the presence of the Smoking Starz smoke shop has turned our beloved square into a place of fear and danger. The shop is not just a simple retail outlet; it's become a hotspot for illegal activities, including hardcore drug dealing, underage prostitution, and wild parties that disturb the peace of our neighborhoods.

Alarmingly, the shop is run by individuals with criminal backgrounds, and the owner is residing in the country on an expired visa, blatantly flouting immigration laws. Despite the diligence and increased patrols by the Pittsburgh Police Department, their efforts alone aren't enough to tackle the escalating crisis. They need the support of District Attorney Stephen Zapalla to initiate legal actions that could lead to the closure of this hazardous establishment.

The situation is dire: there have been thousands of 911 calls this year related to incidents at or around Smoking Starz smoke shop, including stabbings, shootings, and drug overdoses. Each call is a testament to the urgent need for a solution. Leaving this issue unresolved continues to put our community, especially vulnerable individuals, in harm's way.

We need your support to urge District Attorney Zapalla to take decisive action and shut down Smoking Starz smoke shop. Let us reclaim Market Square as the safe and welcoming place it once was for all Pittsburgh residents.

Please, sign this petition to protect our community and restore safety and peace to Market Square.