No Plate Vehicle Mission Results In Arrests, Stolen Vehicle Recoveries (Photo) -01/15/25

The Portland Police Bureau conducted a no plate vehicle mission and it resulted in arrests and stolen vehicle recoveries.

On Wednesday, January, 15, 2025, Central Precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team partnered with the Bike Squad to conduct a no plate vehicle mission in the Downtown and Central Eastside areas. PPB members arrested two people and cited eight while recovering two stolen vehicles.

Mission stats:

12 stops

2 arrests

5 vehicles towed

8 citations

2 stolen vehicles recovered

2 stolen bicycles recovered

This mission was in direct response to community concerns. In addition, PPB has found that often times vehicles without plates are either stolen, used in the commission of a crime, or connected to other crimes. PPB remains committed to conducting missions similar in nature in order to improve public safety and livability across the city.

Photo description: Stopped vehicle

Photo description: Officer inspecting vehicle

Photo description: Officer inspecting vehicle

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Unified Command Ready For Inauguration Day -01/15/25

The Portland Police Bureau and its partners held a news conference Wednesday to call for those wanting to exercise their First Amendment rights in relation to Inauguration Day to do so peacefully. 

There are no identified threats related to Inauguration Day or events following Inauguration Day in Portland; however, the Unified Command, which includes PPB, Portland Emergency Management and Portland Fire and Rescue, is preparing and coordinating with its local and federal partners to increase public safety during this time.

The entire news conference can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTHh0G_qAM0

PPB will be staffed appropriately on Inauguration Day and the days surrounding it as a precaution. While we promote and support the exercise of the First Amendment rights to assemble and engage in free speech, engagement in criminal activity will not be tolerated. Unified Command will monitor any events. Individuals who engage in violent activity or property destruction will be investigated and are subject to arrest and prosecution. That does not always happen in the moment. PPB members will continue to conduct follow-up investigations, make arrests, and forward cases to the Multnomah County District Attorney for prosecution. Just because arrests are not made at the scene, when tensions are high, that does not mean that people are not being charged with crimes later.

Examples of criminal behavior that will not be tolerated include but are not limited to:

* Impeding transportation by blocking streets and vehicular traffic. Pedestrians on or blocking freeways or major thoroughfares is extremely dangerous and poses a life safety risk.

* Lighting fires and burning materials

* Vandalizing and damaging property

* Assaultive behavior

* Unlawful weapons possession and/or use

The City of Portland has a long history of civic involvement and gatherings. The vast majority do not require any police presence. We remind the public that the Portland Police Bureau’s Event Liaison teams want to work with all event organizers to establish an environment where community members may safely practice their First Amendment Rights of speech and assembly. The Event Liaison Teams are available to assist event organizers in planning a safe event for participants, Portland community members, and businesses. Event Liaison Officers may be contacted at: ppbliaison@police.portlandoregon.gov

During mass gatherings, PPB uses a truck equipped with a loudspeaker to provide public address announcements. This truck is sometimes referred to as the sound truck. If police have to intervene in criminal activity in a crowd, please listen to and obey directions provided by police officers or sound truck announcements. Those who do not obey the directions given are subject to arrest. Sound truck messages are also co-broadcast on our X feed at https://x.com/PPBAlerts . Other timely public safety information will also be posted there. Unified Command will disseminate news releases through the Portland Police Bureau, and they can be found at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/

For relevant laws, tips and resources, please see PPB’s public order page: https://www.portland.gov/police/community/public-order

Here are some tips to consider to increase safety and stay informed:

* Businesses should proactively remove sandwich boards, furniture, and construction materials. Secure dumpsters outside of your business prior to events so these objects cannot be used as projectiles, barricades or fuel for fires. For more information on how to prepare, receive alerts and learn about resources, sign up at https://www.readypdx.org/

* Report criminal activity through 9-1-1 if it is an emergency situation or through non-emergency dispatch at (503) 823-3333. Check security footage for criminal activity that could help PPB investigators if an incident occurs and report that as well.

* Be aware that in the event of a significant incident, police service may be delayed. Do not let this deter you from calling 9-1-1 to report an emergency life safety situation but consider there are limited resources even though additional resources will be assigned.

* Prior mass gatherings have resulted in traffic and public transportation disruptions and delays. These events are dynamic and it may be necessary to close streets for the public’s safety during an event. TriMet may adjust service if an area becomes unsafe, blocked or is closed. TriMet riders should check ahead of time to see if their bus or MAX line is detoured or disrupted: https://trimet.org/home/#/alerts Users of the Portland Streetcar should check: https://portlandstreetcar.org

*Be aware that per Portland City Code, it is unlawful to carry a loaded firearm in public unless you have a valid Oregon concealed handgun license or as specified in the code. See https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/332592

Oregon has NO concealed handgun license reciprocity with any other state, and it is a crime to carry a concealed handgun in Oregon unless you have and present for inspection a valid OREGON concealed handgun license (Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 166.250 and ORS 166.291: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/ors/ors166.html

*The City of Portland has specific conduct rules and laws that apply to parks: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/?c=28627 including a specific prohibition on the possession of weapons in parks: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/citycode/article/641629

* The following state laws may also apply:

ORS 166.250 Unlawful Possession of Firearms

https://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/166.250

166.240 Carrying of Concealed Weapons

https://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/166.240

166.220 Unlawful Use of Weapon

https://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/166.220

*Prohibited items may be temporarily or permanently seized by police if in violation of city, state or federal law.

*Bias motivated crimes are unlawful as outlined in Oregon Revised Statutes 166.165 and 166.155. If anyone believes they were the victim of such crimes, they are encouraged to contact police and file a report.

The Portland Police Bureau's Directive, 0635.10 Crowd Management/Crowd Control can be found at: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/649358

If anyone has a complaint or commendation for the Portland Police Bureau member’s actions related to any event, they can contact the Independent Police Review at (503) 823-0146 or at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/ipr/

The City of Portland operates in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, ORS Chapter 659 A, Portland City Code Title 23, and other related statutes and regulations. For ADA accommodation requests, please visit: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/767813

Information can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Oregon. Anyone wishing to submit a secure and anonymous tip regarding any unsolved felony crime should visit http://www.crimestoppersoforegon.com or visit the App Store and download P3 Tips for your mobile device.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards of up to $2,500 cash for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters remain anonymous.

Crime Stoppers of Oregon is funded 100% by community donations. To support Crime Stoppers with a donation, or to view other unsolved cases, please visit http://www.crimestoppersoforegon.com/ .

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PPB Seeks Input On Directives (Photo) -01/15/25

The Portland Police Bureau directs member action through its policies, procedures, and rules, as found within Directives. The Bureau is in the process of reviewing the following Directive(s) and seeks community input.

Community members are encouraged to read the directives using the link(s) below, then follow the link at the bottom of the PDF copy of the directive to provide comments.

First Universal Review link: https://www.portland.gov/police/1ur

• 0630.05, Vehicle Interventions and Pursuits

• 0630.15, Foot Pursuits

All Bureau Directives are available at https://www.portland.gov/police/directives.  This webpage also enables community members to sign up to receive email notifications when new or revised directives are posted.

Photo descripton: Cover of Manual of Policies and Procedures

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Suspicious Death Investigation Underway In Hazelwood Neighborhood -01/13/25

A suspicious death investigation is underway in the Hazelwood Neighborhood.

On Monday, January 13, 2025, at approximately 3:50 p.m., East Precinct officers responded to reports of a robbery and shots fired outside of a business in the 1100 block of Northeast 102^nd Avenue. When they arrived, officers found an adult male down in the parking lot. The individual was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Due to the circumstances surrounding the man’s death, detectives with PPB’s Homicide Unit responded to the scene to investigate.

Anyone with information about this case, or information on the whereabouts of the suspect(s) who fled, is urged to contact Detective Brian Sims at Brian.Sims@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-2079 or Detective Meghan Burkeen at Meghan.Burkeen@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-2092 and reference case number 25-11087.

Additional information will be released when appropriate.

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Two Face Charges After Ramming Of Police Vehicle, Reckless Elude (Photo) -01/12/25

Two people face a series of felony charges following a reckless elude from police in a stolen vehicle that ended with a crash and officers making arrests.

On Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:05 a.m., Portland Police Officers assigned to East Precinct responded to a report of a welfare check on two people seen unconscious in a vehicle in the area of Southeast 60^th Avenue and Southeast Francis Street. The officer approached and the driver woke up, backed the white Jeep Grand Cherokee into a PPB patrol vehicle, and took off at a high rate of speed.

The officers attempted to stop the driver, including deploying spike strips to flatten the tires, but the driver continued to speed, swerve in and out of lanes of traffic, fail to obey traffic control devices, and nearly cause crashes. The officers did not pursue the driver, hoping that she would stop driving recklessly in a manner that puts every other road user at extreme risk. However, and the driver continued recklessly driving. The vehicle’s left front tire, which had been flattened, was worn down to the metal rim, but she continued eluding.

In a coordinated fashion, officers attempted to get her stopped, including attempts to use intervention techniques. Finally, after several minutes, the driver lost control at Southeast 34^th Avenue and Southeast Insley Street, crashing into a parked, unoccupied vehicle. Officers moved up and arrested the driver and a passenger. The passenger was in possession of a loaded firearm, which was later discovered to be stolen. The Jeep was also stolen.

No injuries were apparent, but due to the violent crash and airbags being deployed, the driver and passenger were transported to the hospital by ambulance for an evaluation, then they were driven to jail.

The driver, Kyliana S. Strickland, 21, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) on charges of Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (drugs), Reckless Driving, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver (property damage) (4 counts), Interfering with a Peace Officer (2 counts), and Resisting Arrest. She also had active arrest warrants.

The passenger, Jacob K. Richardson, 24, was booked into the MCDC on charges of Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Methamphetamine, Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Cocaine, Theft in the First Degree of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and multiple arrest warrants.

The gun, a loaded semiautomatic handgun, was seized as evidence (photo). The SUV was towed. No officers were injured. The police vehicle was undamaged due to its heavy-duty protective front bumper.

Photo descriptions:

White SUV with heavy front end damage and a front left wheel worn down to the hub

White SUV with heavy damage being loaded onto a flatbed tow truck

Rear view of a damaged white SUV and the parked silver SUV that was struck

Black semiautomatic handgun with slide locked back next to loaded magazine and box of 9mm ammunition

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#WearBlueDay Today To Raise Awareness Of Human Trafficking (Photo) -01/11/25

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and today the Portland Police Bureau is encouraging our community to participate in “Wear Blue Day” to raise awareness. Blue is the international color of human trafficking awareness. Post a photo or video of yourself, or with others, wearing blue and share on social media using the hashtag #WearBlueDay.

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month highlights how law enforcement, governments, and organizations from around the world are working together to address the root cause of trafficking, bring traffickers to justice, and support survivors. Throughout January, we encourage you to spread awareness of the signs of human trafficking and share the National Human Trafficking hotline (888-373-7888). 

PPB is also debuting a new video short: Human Trafficking Awareness: Hidden in Plain Sight: 
https://youtube.com/shorts/w6UgpIVGASM

Human trafficking is modern-day slavery, exploiting victims through force, fraud, or coercion in both sex and labor. It’s everywhere, often hidden in plain sight. The Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit is committed to fighting these crimes and offering trauma-informed, victim-centered services. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text “BeFree” (233733). Together, we can make a difference.

Every year, women, men, and children are trafficked worldwide – including in the Portland. Human Trafficking—which includes sex trafficking—occurs every day on our streets. Not only does this crime deeply impact its victims, it can also have wide-reaching criminal components that include illegal drugs, guns, and livability issues that affect neighborhoods.

The Human Trafficking Unit does regular missions focused on arresting traffickers and sex buyers, and offering services to providers. PPB Victim Services Unit partners with Safety Compass for street level outreach on these missions. Safety Compass is a non-profit organization that offers advocacy services to individuals under the age of 25 who identify as survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Providers contacted are offered assistance with resources and/or other advocacy efforts by PPB’s Victim Services Unit and Safety Compass.

HTU cases are complex with several identified barriers such as repeated traumatic exposures, trauma bonds with traffickers, and fear of retaliation. The survivors in these cases are often reluctant to come forward, make a report, and/or continue through the criminal justice process. HTU continues to offer trauma-informed, victim-centered services, in conjunction with PPB Victim Services Unit advocates and community-based partnerships like Safety Compass.

If you know or suspect someone is being trafficked, please call 911, PPB’s non-emergency line 503-823-3333, or the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. Tips can also be reported to: humantrafficking@police.portlandoregon.gov.

Last year, PPB released a podcast on efforts to combat sex trafficking in Portland. You can listen to it here: https://www.portland.gov/police/news/2024/5/8/talking-beat-sex-trafficking-portland

And in 2023, PPB debuted a powerful video on the problem and devastating impacts of sex trafficking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoNshXUDAJw

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UPDATE: Lyubov Grigoryeva Found Safe (Photo) -01/10/25

An alert community member found Lyubov Grigoryeva and called PPB, and she was reunited safely with her family. PPB is grateful to the community for its help sharing her information. 

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***Original Message Below***

The Portland Police Bureau’s Missing Persons Unit is looking for a missing endangered woman and anyone who sees her is asked to contact PPB.

On Friday, January 10, 2025, a family member of Lyubov Grigoryeva contacted PPB to report the 68-year-old woman missing. Officers determined Grigoryeva was last seen on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., pacing outside of her residence in the area of Southeast 122^nd Avenue and Southeast Schiller Street in the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood.

Both detectives and family members are concerned about Grigoryeva’s whereabouts because she is diagnosed with dementia, does not speak English, and does not have a cellular phone.

Grigoryeva is described as a Caucasian female, 5’2”, 178 lbs. She was last seen wearing a black hooded jacket and a dark shirt.

Anyone who sees Grigoryeva is asked to call 911 immediately. Anyone with non-critical information is urged to contact detectives at missing@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 25-8279.

Photo description: Lyubov Grigoryeva

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UPDATE #2: Kenton Neighborhood Search Concludes, Shelter-in-Place Notice Lifted -01/09/25

The search for the armed robbery suspect in the Kenton Neighborhood has concluded. The suspect was not located. The Public Alerts shelter in place notification is lifted and community members can resume normal activities at this time. Some streets may be closed for a short period while officers recover their equipment.

The Portland Police Bureau recognizes the disruption that this incident caused the neighborhood and we appreciate the understanding of the community as we safely resolved this incident.

The Portland Police Major Crimes Unit is investigating the robbery. If anyone has information about this case and has not already talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Major Crimes Unit and reference case number. 25-7048.

Portland's community notification system is called PublicAlerts. Visit https://www.publicalerts.org to sign up. PublicAlerts sends information by text, email, and voice message about how to stay safe during an emergency.

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***Original Messages Below***

The search for an armed robbery suspect is continuing in the Kenton Neighborhood.

On Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:42 a.m., North Precinct Officers responded to a report of a robbery in progress at a bar in the 2300 block of North Lombard Street. The initial reports were that the suspect had a rifle and fired a shot during the robbery. No one was injured. As they were enroute, officers were informed that the suspect left on foot.

Moments later, an officer spotted a possible suspect walking near North Terry Street and North Denver Avenue, and the officer reported the man ran into a nearby yard. Officers established a perimeter around the area to contain the suspect. Because the suspect was believed to be armed, SERT and CNT were activated to conduct the search.

The search involves officers with specialty equipment, including armored vehicles and unmanned aircraft systems (UASs or drones). More information on the UAS program and usage rules is available here: https://www.portland.gov/police/community/drones .

Residents within the perimeter, North Denver Avenue to North Fenwick Avenue, and North Farragut Street to North Watts Street, are still asked to stay inside with doors locked. Streets within that perimeter are closed. North Lombard Street remains open.

Updates will be sent as soon as new information is available.

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***Original Message Below***

The Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) are responding to the Kenton Neighborhood to assist in a search for an armed robbery suspect seen with a rifle.

Officers have a perimeter set up between North Denver Avenue to North Fenwick Avenue, and North Farragut Street to North Watts Street. Community members within that area have been asked to “shelter in place,” meaning stay inside with doors and windows locked, and call 911 if they see any possible suspects in the area. Tactical teams with armored gear will be operating in the area, as will K9 teams and UAS’s (drones).

No injuries have been reported. A PIO is responding to the scene.

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PPB Approved For Accreditation -01/08/25

On January 8, 2025, the Board of the Northwest Accreditation Alliance (NWAA) voted to approve accreditation for the Portland Police Bureau.  The Bureau’s accreditation confirms that PPB meets more than 100 externally recognized standards for law enforcement operations, management and accountability.  The accreditation is awarded for a 3-year period, during which the Bureau will maintain compliance with the standards. PPB will undergo NWAA re-assessment triennially to maintain its accreditation status.

In Oregon, all law enforcement agencies of a certain size must become accredited per Oregon Revised Statute 181A.657.  With the NWAA Board’s approval today, PPB became accredited over five months ahead of the statutory deadline.

A fact sheet regarding PPB’s accreditation can be found on the Bureau’s website: https://www.portland.gov/police/chiefs-office/about-ppb#toc-accreditation-

“I want to thank the Northwest Accreditation Alliance as well as our Accreditation Oversight Team for helping PPB reach this milestone,” said Chief Bob Day. “Not only is this a significant achievement but we also believe it will help build community trust and reassurance of the quality of our service.”

The Northwest Accreditation Alliance (NWAA) is an Oregon-based law enforcement accrediting body authorized by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST). NWAA is comprised of representatives from the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police, Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association, Oregon Chapter of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials, and the Alaska Association of Chiefs of Police. More information can be found here: https://www.oracall.org/

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UPDATE #3: Suspect Booked On Manslaughter, DUII Charges Related To Thanksgiving Day Double Fatal Crash -01/08/25

The impaired driver who caused a crash that killed two women has been booked into jail on manslaughter and numerous other charges.

On December 23, 2024, a Multnomah County Grand Jury returned an 11-count indictment against Kim Hien Nguyen, 60, of Portland, for Manslaughter in the Second Degree (2 counts), Assault in the Third Degree, Recklessly Endangering Another Person (4 counts), Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants, Reckless Driving, and Criminal Mischief In The Second Degree (2 counts).

On January 5, 2025, Nguyen was released from the hospital and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center.

The adult male victim driver was treated and released from the hospital and is recovering at home.

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***Original Messages Below***

A second person has died following a two-vehicle crash in late November.

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Patricia J. Esler, 75, of Portland, died from injuries sustained in a crash on November 28, 2024. Esler was the front passenger in a Honda HR-V that was struck head-on by a Honda Accord. Esler's family has been notified of her death. Additional information will be released when appropriate.

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***Original Messages Below***

The woman who died in Thursday’s fatal crash on Northeast Lombard Street in the Woodlawn Neighborhood is identified as Andrea J. Doering, 46, of Portland. Her family has been notified of her death. Preliminary investigation has determined that the driver of a silver 2003 Honda Accord was westbound on Northeast Lombard Street when he crossed the center line and struck a gray 2019 Honda HRV head-on. Andrea Doering was the backseat passenger in the HRV and died at the scene. The driver and front passenger were seriously injured. The driver of the Accord was also seriously injured and remains in the hospital. He was not booked into jail due to his injuries, however criminal charges against him are expected. Alcohol intoxication was a factor in the crash. The investigation is continuing. If anyone has information about this crash and has not already spoken to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-304990.

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***Original Message Below***

One woman died in a 3-vehicle crash on Northeast Lombard Street in the Woodlawn Neighborhood.

On Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 6:01 p.m., Portland Police officers from North Precinct responded to a report of a crash at Northeast 13th Avenue and Northeast Lombard Street. When officers arrived they found a 3-vehicle crash.

One vehicle occupant, an adult female, was deceased at the scene. Three patients were transported by ambulance with injuries. The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to the scene to investigate the crash. During the investigation, Northeast Lombard Street is closed between Northeast 11th Avenue and Northeast 15th Avenue. If anyone has information about this crash and has not already spoken to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-304990.

The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate. This is the 64th traffic related fatality in the City of Portland this year to date and the eighth this month.

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ONLINE CHILD EXPLOITATION MISSION LEADS TO MULTIPLE ARRESTS -01/08/25

The Portland Police Bureau, along with partnering agencies, assisted in its first Online Child Exploitation Mission.

This past weekend, the Portland Police Bureau partnered with the FBI, Milwaukie Police, West Linn Police, and the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office to work its first online mission targeting adults who are actively attempting to exploit children through the internet. The mission resulted in two men attempting to meet up, in person, with who they believed were minors they were chatting with. Instead, they were both met by law enforcement and arrested.

The following two individuals were arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center:

Justin Larson, 38, was charged with Luring a Minor, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the First Degree, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the Second Degree, Attempted Rape in the Third Degree, and Attempted Sodomy in the Third Degree.

Jesse Pitre, 35, was charged with Luring a Minor, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the First Degree, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the Second Degree, Attempted Rape in the Third Degree, and Attempted Sodomy in the Third Degree.

“I want child predators to be worried when they go online,” said Lieutenant Nathan Sheppard, who supervises Portland’s Child Abuse Team. “I want them to know that we’re actively working to identify and arrest them. My investigators and I, and all of our law enforcement partners who worked this mission, are passionate about keeping the children of Portland safe.”

"I am proud of the time and work put into this collaborative effort,” Deputy District Attorney Afton Coppedge said. “Our job, so often, is reactive and this mission allowed us to engage in proactive crime prevention. Our office is committed to keeping children safe in our community and online and will continue to explore ways to identify and prosecute these offenders."

To learn more about protecting your child from online predators, visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at https://www.missingkids.org/home .

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Man Killed In Hotel Parking Lot Shooting Identified (Photo) -01/07/25

The man killed in a hotel parking lot shooting on December 31, 2024, has been identified as Malik-Devon Terrance Lee Henson, 28, of Texas. Family has been notified of his death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but they did provide the attached photo for public release. The Medical Examiner determined the victim died of homicide by gunshot wound. If anyone has information about this case and has not already spoken to police, please contact Detective Sean Macomber at Sean.Macomber@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0404 or Detective Jeff Pontius at Jeffery.Pontius@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0433 and reference case number 24-333724. Photo description: Portrait of Malik-Devon Terrance Lee Henson ###PPB### ***Original message below*** A man has died after a shooting in a hotel parking lot in the Sumner Neighborhood. On Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:41 p.m., Portland Police officers from North Precinct responded to a report of a shooting in the 8200 block of Northeast Sandy Boulevard. When they arrived, they found an adult male deceased at the scene. The suspect or suspects left before police arrived and no immediate arrests were made. The Portland Police Homicide Unit is responding to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, roads remain open, however the parking lot remains a crime scene and is closed. If anyone has information about this case and has not already spoken to police, please contact Detective Sean Macomber at Sean.Macomber@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0404 or Detective Jeff Pontius at Jeffery.Pontius@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0433 and reference case number 24-333724. The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate. ###PPB###

MAN ARRESTED FOR KIDNAPPING AND SEXUAL ASSAULT (Photo) -01/06/25

A Portland man has been jailed after holding a woman against her will and sexually assaulting her in her Downtown Portland Neighborhood residence.

The 74-year-old victim called the Portland Police Bureau to report that on December 23, 2024, she was returning from a trip to the grocery store when she had to stop to rest due to the weight of her grocery bags. A stranger approached and offered to assist her. The man carried the victim’s bags to her residence, then barricaded the door from the inside, preventing her from leaving.

The victim said that over the course of three days, between December 23 and December 25, the man sexually assaulted her multiple times. The woman was able to convince the man to leave on December 26, after which she went to a local hospital for treatment.  

The suspect was identified as Kenneth Gregory Williams, 69. Detectives from the Special Victims Unit (SVU) were assigned to the case. They contacted Williams’ parole officer, who put a warrant out for his arrest. Kenneth Williams was located and arrested by Portland Police Officers on January 5, 2025. After being interviewed by SVU Detectives, Williams was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on the charges of Rape in the First Degree (three counts), Kidnapping in the First Degree, Coercion in the First Degree, and Burglary in the First Degree.

Detectives with Portland’s Sex Crimes Unit are also investigating Williams for rape allegations unassociated with this SVU case. Investigators believe there could be additional unreported cases, so Williams’ photograph is being released.

Anyone with information about Williams or this case who has not yet spoken with police is asked to please contact Detective Michael Bledsoe at michael.bledsoe@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case #24-332946.

Photograph: Portrait of Kenneth Gregory Williams

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Update To PPB Fatal Crash Numbers (Photo) -01/06/25

The Portland Police Bureau is updating its current count of traffic related fatalities for 2023 and 2024 year-to-date (YTD). A PPB internal analysis of the database used to count the traffic deaths revealed that a small number were unintentionally double-counted for last year and this year. PPB regrets our errors in reporting.

The corrected counts of traffic related deaths in the City of Portland are listed below:

2024: 65 (YTD)

2023: 75

Data reported previously remains accurate:

2022: 68

2021: 69

2020: 59

2019: 54

2018: 37

2017: 52

2016: 44

2015: 39

It’s important to point out that PPB’s figures are distinct from numbers tracked by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA’s count excludes crashes involving suicide, private property, non-public roadways, non-motor vehicles, medical events, and deaths that happen more than 30 days after a crash. Our partners at the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) report NHTSA numbers, consistent with their mission. PPB’s figures capture incidents that do not fall under NHTSA reporting guidelines, but nevertheless involve an investigation by the Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU), part of the PPB Traffic Division. Homicides involving vehicles are not counted, however, as they are accounted for in the homicide statistics.

Other statistics for 2024 (YTD):

Total deaths of vehicle occupants: 24

Total deaths of pedestrians: 23

Total deaths of bicycle riders: 4

Total deaths of motorcycle riders/passengers: 11

Total deaths involving someone struck by a train: 3

Total deaths involving a person determined to be houseless: 12

Total crashes that involve detected impairment: 14

Total deaths involving hit-and-run: 8

Total deaths involving speed racing/stunting: 2

Total crashes that have prosecutable crimes involved: 21

Major Crash Team callouts: 58

TIU crash reconstruction officers: 4

For NHTSA/PBOT statistics, please refer to the PBOT Vision Zero Dashboard: https://www.portland.gov/transportation/vision-zero/vision-zero-dashboard Or the latest PBOT Annual Deadly Traffic Crash Report: https://www.portland.gov/transportation/vision-zero/annual-deadly-traffic-crash-report

While these numbers are heartbreaking by themselves, we remind our community that they’re more than just numbers. Each one of these deaths represents a person, whose loss is deeply felt by their family, friends, loved ones, neighbors, and our whole community. TIU officers are involved in family notifications for each one of these crashes, and do their best to maintain close connection as the families process and grieve their losses. PPB recently collaborated with PBOT in a news conference to discuss these too-common tragedies on our roads.

A short video is available here: https://youtube.com/shorts/cGthxv4urL0?si=P90HrAGhhXI6HOVD

We hope that the public conversation surrounding this issue continues, and that we all encourage each other to each do our part to prevent crashes. Each year, law enforcement personnel respond to preventable collisions that can deeply impact those involved, their families, and loved ones. All road users are encouraged to avoid actions that might lead to a collision, including impairment, speed, distraction, and disobeying signals. PPB’s Traffic Division and Patrol Division are always looking for dangerous driving activities and continue to make arrests and issue citations. PPB would like to remind the public, especially during the holiday season, drink responsibly and remember buzzed driving is drunk driving. And drug-impaired driving is just as dangerous, and illegal, as alcohol-impaired driving. Officers take a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of impaired driving. Please, drive sober.

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Officers Track Down Shooting Suspect, Now Facing Attempted Murder Charges (Photo) -01/05/25

Portland Police patrol officers located and arrested a man involved in a mobile shooting incident, and now the suspect is facing attempted murder and other charges.

On Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:13 a.m., Portland Police Officers from East Precinct responded to a call of shots being fired by a suspect in a vehicle while chasing victims in another vehicle in the area of Southeast 109^th Avenue and Southeast Division Street. Initially there was no sign of the suspect or victim, but officers immediately began gathering information about the shooting. Evidence of gunfire was found near Southeast 109^th Avenue and Southeast Clinton Street. Numerous witnesses were interviewed. Video surveillance was obtained and provided information about the incident, and descriptions of the vehicles and suspect were shared amongst the officers.

At 10:50 a.m., two alert officers spotted the suspect vehicle, a maroon 2005 Toyota Avalon sedan, being driven near Southeast Division Street and Southeast 117^th Avenue. The officers moved in to stop the vehicle, and the driver dipped into a parking lot as Southeast 112^th Avenue and Southeast Division Street. Three occupants jumped out and ran into a bar. Officers set up a perimeter and brought in additional resources, including a K9 unit. The suspect and associates surrendered and were detained.

Meanwhile, other officers followed up on leads to locate the shooting victim, who was found and confirmed to be physically unhurt. However, there were bullet strikes to the victim’s vehicle, a red 1993 Dodge Dakota pickup.

Detectives with the Enhanced Community Safety Team responded and interviewed the victim. An East Precinct Patrol officer applied for and was granted a search warrant on the suspect’s vehicle, finding a handgun (photo). The gun was seized as evidence.

Jamari D. Chapala, 28, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree (2 counts), Assault in the First Degree (2 counts), Unlawful Use of a Weapon (2 counts), Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public (city code), Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm (city code), Failure to Report as Sex Offender-Misdemeanor, and 4 arrest warrants.

If anyone has information about this case and has not talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: ECST and reference case number 25-2967.

Photo description: A semiautomatic handgun with purple frame and black slide, next to a loaded magazine, displayed on a wood grain table surface.

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Driver Deceased After Single Vehicle Crash, Major Crash Team Responding -01/05/25

On Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 11.03 p.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to reports of a single vehicle crash at the intersection of North Willamette Boulevard and North Burr Avenue. Officers arrived to find the vehicle had crashed into a pole and the driver was seriously injured. Paramedics arrived and transported the driver to an area hospital, where they later died.

The Portland Police Bureau Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, North Willamette Boulevard will be closed from North Burr Avenue to North Alma Avenue.

If anyone has information about the incident, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attention Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference case number 25-003527.

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Thousands Of Dollars In Spray Paint Seized During Search Of Graffiti Vandal's Home (Photo) -01/02/25

On the morning of Thursday, January 2, 2025, Portland Police officers assigned to the Central Precinct Neighborhood Response Team (NRT) located wanted graffiti vandal James S. Fischell, 40, at his home in Portland. He was arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a warrant for multiple counts of Criminal Mischief in the First and Second Degree.

Central NRT is continuing active investigations into this case and other graffiti vandalism cases in the city. Anyone with information on vandals is asked to email tips to investigators at crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Central NRT.

###PPB###

***Original Message Below***

Thousands of dollars in paint and vandalism materials were seized during the search of a graffiti vandal’s home in the Centennial Neighborhood.

On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the Neighborhood Response Team (NRT) assigned to Central Precinct, with assistance from the Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and the Strategic Services and Prosecution Unit and Unit A at the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, served a search warrant at a home in the 1800 block of Southeast 174th Avenue in the Centennial Neighborhood. James S. Fischell, who is responsible for GIMER (Graffiti Is Me Escaping Reality) tags across the city and supplying graffiti vandals with supplies, resides at the home. During the service of the search warrant, more than 1,500 cans of spray paint totaling more than $10,000 was seized.

The investigation into 40-year-old Fischel began in mid-May when Officers Nathan Kirby-Glatkowski and Amelia Flohr were alerted to a YouTube-published docuseries called CHAOSTOWN. An episode titled ‘Portland is losing the graffiti war’ features Fischel, who went to great lengths to try to conceal his identity. Ultimately, Officers Kirby-Glatkowski and Flohr positively identified Fischel and the home where he stashes his abundant supply of spray paint, or as Fischel called it in the docuseries, “every graffiti writer’s fantasy.” While Fischel is currently out of the area, law enforcement is aware of his location and pursuing criminal charges.

Central NRT is continuing active investigations into this case and other graffiti vandalism cases in the city. Anyone with information on vandals is asked to email tips to investigators at crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Central NRT.

Photo description: Spray paint seized during search warrant

Photo description: Law enforcement searching garage

Photo description: Assortment of tips for spray paint cans

Photo description: GIMER canvas print seized during search warrant

Photo description: Officer briefing before search

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Teenager Arrested With Painted Rifle (Photo) -12/31/24

A teenager is facing firearms charges after displaying a red painted semiautomatic rifle. 

On Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:38 a.m., Portland Police officers assigned to East Precinct responded to a report of an assault and threat with a weapon outside of a restaurant in the 200 block of Northeast 82nd Avenue. The report was that the suspect had a black and red rifle that the caller believed was fake. 

As officers responded, they were updated that the suspect was walking away with a group of juveniles. Officers located and challenged the suspect at Northeast 81st Avenue and Northeast Flanders Street, taking the suspect into custody. The suspect had the pictured .223 caliber semiautomatic rifle in his possession. It was loaded. 

The suspect, a 15-year-old male from Salem, Oregon, was transported to the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention facility and booked on charges of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public (city code), as well as a probation violation warrant (PPB case number 24-332668). 

No one was injured. The firearm was seized as evidence. It will be tested and analyzed by the Enhanced Community Safety Team. 

Photo description:  AR type semiautomatic rifle with a red stripe pattern painted on the lower and upper receiver and barrel handguard.

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Two Children Are Safe After Washington State Amber Alert, Suspect Arrested -12/28/24

Two young girls are safe after an Amber Alert issued by Washington State authorities was successfully resolved in Northwest Portland today. The alert was requested by the Olympia Police Department, who reported that the girls, ages 1 and 4, had been taken by their biological father, 24-year-old Andrew Womack-Eady.

The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) was notified the three individuals could be in the Portland area and PPB immediately began coordinating efforts to locate them. Officers from the Central Precinct identified the vehicle linked to the Amber Alert and quickly responded to the area near Northwest 23rd Avenue and Northwest Thurman Street, where it was parked.

After some searching, officers found Womack-Eady with the children. He was detained for further investigation and also faces felony warrants out of Washington State.

The children are now safe and being cared for while arrangements are made for their return home.

For more information on the ongoing investigation, please contact the Olympia Police Department.

PPB, GPD, MCSO Release Statement On New York State Prison Attack -12/27/24

On behalf of the Portland Police Bureau, Gresham Police Department, and Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, we are deeply saddened by the video depicting the assault of Robert Brooks in a New York state prison. The actions of the New York corrections staff involved are unacceptable and deeply troubling. We strongly condemn this behavior and stand in solidarity with Robert and his loved ones, hoping for justice and healing in the wake of this tragedy.

Though occurring thousands of miles away, this brutal assault has the potential to undermine trust in law enforcement everywhere, including here in our community. Our agencies are committed to continually growing our relationship with the communities we serve, and building a partnership rooted in mutual respect and civility.

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Major Crash Team Responding To Serious Injury Crash -12/26/24

The Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team is responding to a serious injury crash in Northwest Portland.

On Thursday, December 26, 2024, at approximately 1:25 p.m., Central Precinct officers responded to reports of a crash in the area of Northwest 16^th Avenue and Northwest Everett Street in Northwest Portland. When they arrived, officers found a motorcycle and a vehicle that had been involved in a crash. The motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

PPB’s Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. Traffic in the immediate area will be disrupted during the investigation.

Anyone with information about this crash is urged to e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-329325.

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Officers, Firefighters Pull Driver From Vehicle Engulfed In Flames (VIDEO) -12/26/24

Officers and firefighters pulled a driver from a vehicle engulfed in flames following a crash in Southeast Portland.

On Monday, December 23, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., officers assigned to the Portland Police Bureau’s East Precinct responded to reports of a crash in the area of Southeast Mt Scott Boulevard and Southeast 112^th Avenue. When they arrived, officers located a one-vehicle crash. The engine compartment of the vehicle was engulfed in flames and one of the first officers on scene reported hearing small explosions.  With the driver trapped inside the vehicle and telling a 911 call taker via phone that she was pinned and on fire, officers knew time was of the essence. Fortunately, firefighters from Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R) arrived on scene and broke the vehicle’s windshield. Firefighters and officers pulled the driver out of the vehicle and carried her to safety. They immediately began lifesaving measures. The driver was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. At the time of this writing, the driver, a 47-year-old Portland woman, remains hospitalized, but is expected to survive. She has been cited for DUII (alcohol) and Reckless Driving. 

Video of the fire and subsequent rescue can be found here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmbZK5BwQaQ

PPB would like to thank its partners at PF&R and the Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC). In addition, PPB would like to remind community members to drive sober and safe.

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Human Trafficking Mission Results In Numerous Arrests -12/26/24

On Thursday, December 19, 2024, the Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) conducted a directed patrol mission along NE 82^nd Avenue and NE Sandy Boulevard in response to ongoing community complaints and observed nuisance/livability activity. HTU was assisted by East, North, and Central Precincts, Detectives Division, Special Resources Division, Victim Services Unit, Multnomah County Parole & Probation, Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, and Safety Compass.  

The following individuals were arrested or cited for ORS 167.008 Commercial Sexual Solicitation (CSS) and/or Portland City Code 14A.40.50 Unlawful Prostitution Procurement Activities (UPPA): 

Raymond Campos, 27, Portland, OR

Blake Dufault, 31, Vancouver, WA

Valentin Guzman-Garcia, 40, Vancouver, WA

Yousif Ishag, 49, Salem, OR

Dylan Jenkins, 35, Beaverton, OR

David Machic Riscajche, 24, Portland, OR

Felix Reyna Mandujano, 48, Forest Grove, OR

Antonio Riscajche, 20, Portland, OR

Douglas Xiquin-Zapeta, 23, Portland, OR

As part of the mission, a total of two cars were towed and information was gathered related to other providers, suspected buyers, and ongoing trafficking investigations. HTU continues to utilize the partnership of PPB’s Victim Services Unit and Safety Compass for street level outreach for identified providers. Safety Compass is a non-profit organization that offers advocacy services to individuals under the age of 25 who identify as survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Approximately 7 providers were contacted and offered assistance and/or resources by PPB’s Victim Services Unit and Safety Compass.

Photos from mission can be found here: https://x.com/PortlandPolice/status/1872351390426878261

HTU cases are complex with several identified barriers such as repeated traumatic exposures, trauma bonds with traffickers, and fear of retaliation. The survivors in these cases are often reluctant to come forward, make a report, and/or continue through the criminal justice process. HTU continues to offer trauma-informed, victim-centered services, in conjunction with PPB Victim Services Unit advocates and community-based partnerships like Safety Compass.

 
If you know or suspect someone is being trafficked, please call 911, PPB’s non-emergency line 503-823-3333, or the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. Non-emergency Portland related tips can also be reported to: humantrafficking@police.portlandoregon.gov.  

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UPDATE #2: Stabbing Suspect Identified, Body Worn Camera Video Released -12/25/24

The suspect in a stabbing who died in police custody is identified as Matthew G. Greer, 43. The officers who detained him in handcuffs are identified as Officer Bradley Clark, an 18-year veteran of Portland Police, and Officer Roger Walsh, also an 18-year veteran. Both have been released from administrative leave and have been cleared to return to work.

One point of clarification to the order of events: the officers attempted to help the man sit up, but he laid back down on the sidewalk on his back. After the officers determined he was a suspect in the stabbing, they rolled him over, handcuffed him, then rolled him onto his side to facilitate breathing.

As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency, the Portland Police Bureau is releasing the initial body-worn camera footage. We understand the public's desire for information, and it's important to us that we share what we can as quickly as possible.

This is just the first step in providing the facts, and more details will come as the investigation continues. It's important to remember that this is still an active case, and there are legal processes, including a thorough review by the District Attorney, that must be followed to ensure fairness to everyone involved. For now, we are offering this footage and a brief summary to keep the community informed, while being mindful of the balance between transparency and the need for a complete and careful investigation.

Video is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKKe2yJ_H5g

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***Original Messages Below***

The postmortem exam of the stabbing suspect who died in police custody last night was completed Thursday and the Oregon State Medical Examiner found no indicators that his death was caused by any outside trauma. A formal cause and manner of death determination is awaiting toxicology testing. Preliminary investigation revealed that the 43-year-old suspect confronted the victim, a 19-year-old male, outside the convenience store in the 1500 block of North Going Street. The two men were known to each other. During the confrontation, the suspect punched the victim in the face, then cut the victim with a knife in the back of his shoulder. Following the attacks, the victim threw a battery powered leaf blower, striking the suspect in the back. The suspect walked away to the north two blocks and fell on a sidewalk. A passing PPB Public Safety Support Specialist (PS3) saw him down and got out to do a welfare check. He found the man conscious, breathing, and talking. The PS3 summoned police officers, and two officers responded and helped the man sit up. The man was conscious and talking, but he laid back down on the sidewalk. The officers rolled him onto his side to help facilitate breathing. Officers requested EMS code-1, or nonemergency response, to have the man medically evaluated. It was then that they determined he was involved in the stabbing and the officers detained him in handcuffs without resistance. About four minutes later, the officers requested to radio dispatch that EMS increase their response level to code-3, or lights and sirens, because the man had lost consciousness. Officers removed the handcuffs and began CPR until paramedics arrived and provided advanced care. American Medical Response (AMR) and Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R) attempted lifesaving efforts for approximately 19 minutes before pronouncing the suspect deceased. The stabbing victim has been treated and released from the hospital. The suspect will be publicly identified after his family has been notified of his death. The names of the officers involved and their body camera footage will be released at a later time. ###PPB### ***Original Message Below*** A suspect in a stabbing has died following arrest by officers. On Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:05 p.m., Portland Police officers assigned to North Precinct responded to a report of a stabbing at a convenience store in the 1500 block of North Going Street. When they arrived, they found an injured victim, an adult male. Emergency Medical Services responded and transported him to the hospital with injuries that are believed to non-life threatening. Meanwhile, officers searched the area for the suspect. Officers located the suspect, also an adult male, at North Interstate Avenue and North Humboldt Street. Officers detained the suspect in handcuffs without resistance or force used. A short time later, officers requested EMS to medically evaluate the suspect. As EMS was enroute, the suspect lost consciousness. Officers began CPR until EMS arrived and took over. Despite lifesaving efforts, the suspect died at the scene. To investigate the in-custody death, Portland Police Homicide Unit Detectives responded. The cause and manner of death will be determined by the medical examiner. The man will be identified after his name is confirmed and family is notified. If anyone has information about this case and has not spoken to police, please contact Detective Shaye Samora at Shaye.Samora@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0768 or Detective Michael Schmerber Michael.Schmerber@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0991 and reference case number 24-316498. During this investigation, North Interstate Avenue is closed both directions between North Going Street and North Alberta Street. MAX trains are moving through, but no stops within the closure area. Due to the circumstances, the officers involved are on standard protocol administrative leave. The Portland Police Bureau directive outlining the procedures followed after an in-custody death may be found https://www.portland.gov/policies/police-directives/weapons-ammunition-equipment-1000/101010-deadly-force-and-custody-death . Additional information will be released as appropriate. ###PPB###

UPDATE: Missing Endangered Teen Matthew Godzik Found Safe -12/24/24

Matthew Godzik is back home with family after asking for help near Southeast 31st Avenue and Southeast Tibbetts Street . The Portland Police Bureau is grateful for the public's assistance in this case.

###PPB###

***Original Message Below***

A teenager is missing and endangered and the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is asking for community members to keep an eye out for him.

On Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at approximately 9:30 a.m., 13-year-old Matthew Godzik left his residence near Southeast 30^th Avenue and Southeast Steele Street in the Reed Neighborhood. Matthew has not been seen since and both family and detectives are concerned. Matthew is diagnosed as autistic and likely unable to find his way home.

Matthew is described as a Caucasian male, 5’4, 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a maroon short sleeve polo, black sweatpants and black tennis shoes.

A photo of Matthew is posted here on X: https://x.com/PortlandPolice/status/1871692802813489628

Anyone who sees Matthew, or knows anything about his whereabouts, is asked to call 911.   If anyone has information that is not time sensitive, please e-mail missing@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24- 327715.

###PPB###

Holiday Retail Theft Mission Results In Numerous Arrests, Recovery Of Stolen Merchandise (Photo) -12/24/24

A holiday retail theft mission resulted in numerous arrests and the recovery of stolen merchandise.

On Saturday, December 21, 2024, and Sunday, December 22, 2024, Portland Police Bureau (PPB) officers from East Precinct, in partnership with Central Precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team (NRT), North Precinct’s NRT, Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), and Multnomah County Sherriff’s Office (MCSO), conducted a retail theft mission. This mission was conducted the weekend before the holiday to ensure a safe shopping experience for community members. The mission focused on the Mall 205 and Gateway shopping areas.

The mission resulted in the recovery of more than $3,700 in stolen merchandise. In the past, PPB, CCSO, and MCSO have partnered on several missions which have resulted in hundreds of arrests and warrants served. PPB also participated in a retail theft mission at the Clackamas Town Center hosted by CCSO on December 12, 2024, which resulted in 32 arrests. These missions have been funded by an Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Grant Program resulting in both departments being awarded funding to help staff mission specific work with the goal of targeting retail theft in the Portland Metro Area.

PPB values the partnerships with outside agencies working together to tackle the rise in retail theft which impacts Oregon communities at large. The rise in ORT has caused a change in the shopping experience for everyone in the community. PPB will continue working closely with CCSO, MCSO, and our NRT teams to address this issue in the New Year.

Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings, and steal items that can easily be sold for cash on the secondary market or returned to stores for a “refund.” Returning or attempting to return stolen property, no matter the value, is a class-C felony ( https://oregon.public.law/statutes/ors_164.055 ). 

In many cases, these individuals are involved in criminal activity that extends far beyond retail theft, including illegally possessed guns, drug possession and distribution, vehicle theft, and more. Additionally, disrupting theft preserves the viability of retail businesses that serve the Portland community. Therefore, these missions go a long way in improving livability across the area. Mission commanders analyze theft and other crime data to focus their missions on the neighborhoods most impacted by these crimes, which are often large retail shopping complexes. PPB recognizes that smaller local businesses are also impacted by retail theft and it’s our belief and goal that arresting and holding prolific thieves accountable will help reduce these crimes for the entire business community.

Final stats after two day mission:

40 Arrests

9 Citations

14 Vehicles stopped

3 Vehicles eluded

2 Vehicle pursuits

1 Stolen vehicle recovered

2 Vehicles Towed

$3,779.27 in stolen merchandise recovered

PPB would like to thank its partners for their collaboration aimed at addressing retail theft in the Portland Metropolitan area.

Photo description: Police vehicle outside business

Photo description: Suspect under arrest

Photo description: Suspect under arrest

Photo description: Roll call 

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Two Firearms, Ammunition, Drugs Seized In Separate Traffic Stops (Photo) -12/23/24

Two firearms, ammunition, and drugs were seized in two separate traffic stops over the weekend. On Saturday, December 21, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., officers assigned to the Portland Police Bureau’s Focused Intervention Team (FIT) attempted to stop a no-plated vehicle in the area of North Columbia Boulevard and North Oregonian Avenue. The vehicle did not yield and eluded at a high rate of speed. A short time later, the vehicle crashed and the lone occupant fled on foot. The subject was followed and taken into custody. At the time, he was in possession of a black guitar case that contained a rifle and ammunition. Inside the crashed vehicle, officers located and seized methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl pills. Lawrence N. Swingle, 56, of Portland, was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) and lodged on the following charges: Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public, Reckless Driving, Attempt to Elude by Vehicle, Attempt to Elude on Foot, and Possession of a Controlled Substance. On Saturday, December 21, 2024, at approximately 9:30 p.m., FIT officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for failure to signal in the area of Northeast 84th Avenue and Northeast Klickitat Street. The driver was operating the vehicle with a suspended license. Before the vehicle was towed, officers located and seized a loaded handgun. Deray I. Willis, 38, of Central Point, was transported to MCDC and lodged on the following charges: Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public, and a detainer. Photo description: Seized rifle, ammo, and drugs Photo description: Seized handgun and ammo ###PPB###

Suspect Arrested Following Stabbing That Injured Two -12/23/24

A suspect has been arrested following a stabbing that injured two people in the Lloyd Neighborhood. On Monday, December 23, 2024, at 3:24 a.m., an employee at a hotel in the 1400 block of Northeast 2nd Avenue called 911 to report she had been stabbed by a woman who was destroying hotel property. At 3:28 a.m., responding officers located and detained the suspect who had been stopped by two individuals in the area. Officers then rendered aid to the injured hotel employee, as well as a second person, a hotel guest, who was also stabbed. Both victims were transported to the hospital with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect has been identified as Shanai K. Daniel, 19, of Portland. She was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center and lodged on the following charges: Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. The Portland Police Bureau's Major Crimes Unit is investigating this case. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Michael Greenlee at michael.greenlee@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-326625. ###PPB###

Large Portland Police Bureau Criminal Interdiction Mission Results In Arrests, Seizures Of Drugs, Guns, And Stolen Vehicles (Photo) -12/21/24

On Sunday, December 15th, 2024, Portland Police Officers assigned to East Precinct conducted a major criminal interdiction operation in East Portland in collaboration with the Bureau's Neighborhood Response Teams (NRT) and the Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit (NOC). The operation led to significant drug seizures and the recovery of multiple firearms and stolen vehicles. PPB was assisted by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Representatives from the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the FBI were also directly involved in the operation, and at least one case is being considered for federal charges. The focus of the criminal interdiction mission was to apprehend individuals involved in the sale and use of narcotics within the East Portland community. The operation targeted known open drug use locations at Southeast 122nd Avenue and East Burnside Street, Southeast 148th Avenue and East Burnside Street, and the 82nd Avenue corridor. This mission specifically addressed issues of drug possession and distribution. Several individuals were taken into custody during the operation. In one stop, the driver of a powerful Dodge sedan eluded a traffic stop. Due to his high speed and reckless driving, officers did not pursue. However, while driving behind a shopping mall off Northeast Cascades Parkway, he lost control and ran into a steel-and-concrete bollard (photo). No one was injured. The suspect tried to run away on foot across multiple lanes on Northeast Airport Way but was caught and arrested by officers. Officers seized the pictured firearm, money, and cocaine. The mission resulted in: TOTAL 13 Custodies 17 Felony charges 15 Misdemeanor charges 2 Criminal citations 8 Felony arrest warrants 6 Misdemeanor arrest warrants 1 Violation citations 27 Subject contacts 18 Vehicle stops 3 Vehicles eluded 2 Vehicle pursuits 3 Stolen vehicles 5 Vehicles towed 2 Illegally possessed firearms seized 3.4 Methamphetamine (g) 147 Cocaine (g) The Portland Police Bureau is grateful to our partners in this effort. Additional missions are expected to address these ongoing public safety challenges. ###PPB###

Larry Hollenbeck Found Safe (Photo) -12/20/24

Larry was located safe in Gresham after a passerby called. PPB is grateful to Gresham Police and the community for their help. ###PPB### ***Original Message Below*** The Portland Police Bureau is seeking information about a missing endangered man last seen near the Portland/Gresham city line. Raymond Hollenbeck, who goes by Larry, left his care facility 800 block of Southeast 152nd Avenue at about 3:30 p.m. and was last seen about 4:30 p.m. near Southeast 162nd Avenue and Southeast Stark Street. Larry Hollenbeck is a 64-year-old Caucasian male, 5 feet tall, 130 lbs. Larry has shoulder length gray hair and a medium length beard, and was last seen wearing a medium gray colored hooded sweatshirt and black stretchy leggings. He is a double leg amputee who uses a push wheelchair. He is diagnosed with dementia but should know his name. Larry has COPD, schizophrenia, and was recently diagnosed with influenza. Larry is familiar with TriMet and does not have a cellular phone. PPB efforts to locate Larry have so far been unsuccessful. If anyone sees Larry, please call 911. If anyone has non time-sensitive information about him, please contact the Portland Police Missing Persons Unit by e-mail missing@police.portlandoregon.gov. ###PPB###

UPDATE: Suspect Arrested For The June Murder Of O'Marr Burnett (Photo) -12/19/24

A suspect has been arrested related to the June murder of O’Marr Burnett. On Thursday, December 19, 2024, Portland Police Homicide Unit Detectives, with the assistance of the United States Marshals Service, located and arrested Major L. Hudson, Jr, 42, of Portland. He was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First Degree, and Robbery in the First Degree. Mr. Burnett’s family has been notified of the arrest. ###PPB### ***Original Message Below*** A man died following an assault in the Northwest District. On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, Central Precinct officers responded to reports of an assault in the 1900 block of Northwest Everett Street. Officers found an adult male, later identified as O’Marr Burnett, badly injured. The 51-year-old was transported to a local hospital for medical care. On Friday, June 14, 2024, Burnett died from injuries sustained in the assault. The Medical Examiner determined Burnett died of homicidal violence. Burnett’s family is asking for privacy at this time, but they did provide the attached photo for public release. The Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit is investigating. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information about this case, who has not yet spoken to detectives, is asked to contact Detective Joseph Corona at joseph.corona@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0508 or Detective Jennifer Hertzler at jennifer.hertzler@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-1040 and reference case number 24-145093. Photo description: O’Marr Burnett ###PPB###

PPB Officers Arrest Suspect Who Stole Ferrari Supercar (Photo) -12/19/24

A stolen Ferrari supercar is back in the owner’s possession and a suspect is facing charges after being arrested by Portland Police officers in the Northwest District Neighborhood. On Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:09 p.m., a Portland Police Public Safety Support Specialist (PS3) responded to a call of a vehicle stolen from the area of Northwest 10th Avenue and Northwest Lovejoy Street (case number 24-323327). The caller, the vehicle’s owner, was tracking the vehicle and gave the PS3 information that it was at Northwest 16th Avenue and Northwest Kearney Street. The PS3 radioed to nearby officers, including officers participating in the Holiday Walking Beat, who arrived and found the vehicle at that location. The light green 2023 Ferrari SF90 Spider Hybrid is valued at $900,000. Officers gathered information that two possible suspects had walked away from the parked vehicle, and the officers quickly caught up with them at Northwest 15th Avenue and Northwest Lovejoy Street. One man was determined to be the suspect who took the car and he was arrested. Kevin John Miller, 36, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, and a warrant. The vehicle was returned to its owner undamaged. Information about the ongoing Holiday Walking Beats is available here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=533778 Short videos are here: https://youtube.com/shorts/ncoLEtXErkE?si=3JXV01rvH6Nb9v38 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/23sCL0BYVgQ Photo descriptions: -A Ferrari sportscar, light green with black and white stripes, parked along a curb. -The Ferrari seen from behind -A suspect in handcuffs being searched by a Portland Police Officers, with the Ferrari’s key fob held by another officer ###PPB###

Central Precinct Conducts Drug Interdiction Mission (Photo) -12/19/24

An ongoing effort to address drug distribution in various areas in Central Precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team, which includes the Bike Squad, has led to arrests and the seizure of drugs and money. The latest effort has focused on areas that have seen an increase in drug transactions and related livability concerns such as drug-related refuse. On the evening of Wednesday, December 18, 2024, Central Precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team conducted a Drug Interdiction Mission in the areas of Goose Hollow, Old Town, inner southeast and the South Park Blocks. In addition, the mission also focused on the area of Northwest Johnson and Kearney, from 14th to 16th Avenues. The mission resulted in: 4 Separate Warrant Arrests 2 Separate Cite In Lieu Warrant Arrests 1 Arrest for PCS/DCS Fentanyl and Meth Arrest (Federal Charges) 2 Deflections 3 Traffic Cites 176.6 grams of meth seized 12.8 grams of fentanyl seized $710.10 seized This is not a new effort. PPB has been focused on illicit drug markets area for months and has conducted multiple missions that include extra resources. The challenges in this area stem from broader systemic issues, including insufficient addiction services, an oversupply of fentanyl linked to international trafficking organizations, and the displacement effects from enforcement efforts in various neighborhoods. Here are some of the efforts underway to address concerns by PPB and our community: 1. Targeted Enforcement Missions: Weekly missions by our bike teams are disrupting distribution networks in this area. 2. Federal Prosecutions: As always, we continue to work with our federal partners to prosecute higher-level offenders involved in the drug trade, ensuring longer sentences and greater deterrence. 3. Pathway Center for Deflection: Since September 1, 2024, PPB has transported individuals who qualify for deflection to the Pathway Center, offering addiction services, supportive housing, and mental health care. 4. Increased enforcement of drug crimes since HB 4002 has been implemented. These measures are part of a focused, multi-faceted approach to restore safety and livability to this area. Photo descriptions: Two officers lead a handcuffed suspect to a vehicle Drugs, money seized as evidence A plastic bag full of illegal drugs ###PPB###

Portland Police Racial Equity Plan Showing Success, Continues To Evolve (Photo) -12/19/24

The Portland Police Bureau is offering an update to the Racial Equity Plan, now in its second year, and requesting applicants to volunteer to the Police Equity Advisory Council. The Racial Equity Plan (REP) year-two goals have been crafted carefully with internal expert and community input. The Racial Equity Plan is part of a citywide effort to make sure that all community members, regardless of identity background, receive high quality city services. The report is available for public download here: https://www.portland.gov/police/divisions/documents/2024-2025-ppb-equity-and-inclusion-goals/download This effort has been led within the Police Bureau by the Equity and Inclusion Office, whose mission is to advise the Bureau on matters relating to serving diverse identities. The plan reflects the Bureau’s primary objectives to transform the relationship between the Police Bureau and the community, to reduce crime and the fear of crime, and to grow and develop the organization. It is our hope that the goals within this document reflect our priorities to the community ensuring equitable policing practices. “The PPB Racial Equity Plan is a continued work in progress, and we are committed to the ongoing effort to improve our understanding and practice,” said Chief Bob Day. “The goals of this plan will challenge all of us inside and outside of PPB to be willing to listen, be curious, stay humble and demonstrate our commitment to one another. As the Chief of Police, I am proud to support our Equity Team, and I am grateful for the input from our Equity Advisory Committee.” “We are so excited to announce our year two plan and begin to give public updates on the plans’ progress,” said Equity Program Coordinator Brody Sargent. “The creation of these goals was a long process involving multiple rounds of internal stakeholder and community input. Our hope is that we have created an effective and achievable guide to how the Police Bureau can best serve Portlanders in the next year.” Check out the Bureau’s Equity and Inclusion Office website for more information: https://www.portland.gov/police/divisions/equity-and-inclusion-office . PPB is seeking new volunteer members of the Bureau’s Police Equity Advisory Council, which is involved in building and monitoring the REP. To find out more, click here: https://www.portland.gov/police/police-equity-advisory-council , or to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/4759879/volunteer-non-paid-position-police-equity-advisory-council. ###PPB###

Pedestrian Dies Hours After Crash -12/18/24

A pedestrian has died hours after a crash in Southeast Portland. On Sunday, December 15, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to reports of a crash near Southeast Powell Boulevard and Southeast 82nd Avenue. When they arrived, officers located a pedestrian who had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The driver of the involved vehicle stayed at the scene and cooperated with police. The preliminary investigation suggests the driver was exiting a parking lot when he struck the pedestrian. Officers did not detect any signs of impairment. On Monday, December 16, 2024, the Medical Examiner contacted the Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team to notify them that the pedestrian had died from injuries sustained in the crash. The pedestrian is identified as Muoi Te Hua, 81, of Portland. Her family has been notified of her death. If anyone has information about this crash and has not already spoken to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-319511. This is the 69th traffic-related fatality in Portland this year. That may be a higher figure than the Portland fatal crashes counted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA’s count excludes crashes involving suicide, private property, non-public roadways, non-motor vehicles, medical events, and deaths that happen more than 30 days after a crash. ###PPB###

PPB Arrests Child Predator (Photo) -12/17/24

A 35-year-old man has been arrested after attempting to meet up with a 14-year-old girl at a local park. On December 17, 2024, Portland’s Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) assisted PPB’s Child Abuse Team and their Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit in serving an arrest warrant and a search warrant in Northwest Portland. After chatting online for several weeks using a social media app, and then moving to texting, the suspect attempted to meet up with the 14-year-old girl at a local park, after which he intended to take her to his residence. Samuel Digiovanni was arrested on an indictment warrant and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center. He is charged with Luring a Minor, Online Sexual Corruption of a Child in the First Degree, Attempted Rape in the Third Degree, Attempted Sodomy in the Third Degree, and Attempted Using a Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct. Anyone with information about Digiovanni or this case is urged to contact Detective Angela Hollan at angela.hollan@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-802571. Nationally, the number of reported online enticement incidents has risen 300% between 2021 and 2023. To learn more about red flags, risk factors, and what you can do to protect your child, visit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at https://www.missingkids.org/home . Photo description: The back of two officers leading the suspect in handcuffs toward a patrol car ###PPB###