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DA Seeks Year-Long Shutdown of South Side Bar
11 Nov
Summary
- Prosecutors seek a one-year closure for Linx on Carson in Pittsburgh.
- The bar has been linked to 28 police incidents in under two years.
- Voluntary closure occurred after a civil complaint was filed.
The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office is petitioning a judge to order the closure of Linx on Carson, a bar situated on Carson Street in Pittsburgh's South Side, for a duration of one year. This request stems from an alarming pattern of 28 police incidents that occurred at the establishment between December 29, 2024, and November 2, 2026.
The majority of these incidents involved altercations, public intoxication, or drug-related activities. Following a notable fight during Halloween weekend, three individuals were apprehended by law enforcement. In response to the escalating issues, the bar's owners made the decision to voluntarily cease operations on Thursday and have agreed to keep the premises closed pending a judicial decision.
Beyond the criminal incidents, the complaint also details at least 16 alleged violations related to liquor laws, including warnings and citations issued by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Enforcement. These violations encompassed issues such as missing records, alleged unlawful discrimination, alcohol removal from the premises, and after-hours entry. Prosecutors contend that Linx on Carson also breached its Conditional Licensing Agreement on multiple occasions in September and October 2026.
The bar has been a focal point for a multi-agency Nuisance Bar Task Force, which met with the business three times. A letter from the Zone 3 commander further underscored the bar's danger to the community, calling for its cessation of operations. Local officials, like Councilperson Bob Charland, have expressed support for the closure, characterizing the bar as a persistent problem establishment with frequent fights. Community members also voiced concerns about businesses that negatively impact neighborhood revitalization efforts.
Linx on Carson is the second South Side bar to face closure proceedings recently, following a similar request for Capo's on Carson. Officials hope that vacant spaces will be filled by more community-friendly retailers and established chains. A court date is scheduled for December to address the complaint.
