Earl Buford

Earl Buford (1941/1942 – July 25, 2023) was an American police officer. A longtime leader in the Pittsburgh Police, he served as Pittsburgh Police Chief from June 15, 1992 until December 29, 1995.

In August 1989, he was promoted to Assistant Chief overseeing the drug and vice sections.

Buford died on July 25, 2023, at the age of 81.