It has been determined that the fatal hit-and-run at Southeast 162nd Avenue and Southeast Stark Street on August 24, 2024, happened within Gresham city limits. The Gresham Police Department is now handling the investigation.
Due to this change, there have now been 42 traffic-related deaths in Portland in 2024.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 11:11 p.m., officers from the East Precinct responded to reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Southeast 162nd Avenue and Southeast Stark Street. Officers arrived to find that the pedestrian died at the scene and the driver of the fled the area.
The Portland Police Bureau Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, Southeast 162nd Avenue will be closed between East Burnside Street and Southeast Alder Street. Additionally, Southeast Stark Street will be closed between Southeast 160th Avenue and Southeast 164th Avenue.
If anyone has information about the incident, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attention Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference case number 24-215211.
###PPB###
A Portland Police Sergeant was arrested by the Meeker County (Minnesota) Sheriff's Office related to an incident that occurred off duty last month.
On Thursday, July 4th, 2024, the involved Sergeant, Patrick Mawdsley, notified his supervisor that he had been criminally cited in Meeker County, Minnesota the night before, July 3rd at about 10:00p.m. Meeker County Sheriff’s Deputies investigated a non-injury, single vehicle crash of a rental car that Mawdsley was driving. Mawdsley was detained for an impaired driving investigation. He was armed at the time with his Bureau-issued Glock 43x pistol. Following the investigation, Mawdsley was criminally cited for Careless Driving and Carrying While Under the Influence of Alcohol (624.7142 (6) Under the Influence of Alcohol less than .10, but more than .04), both misdemeanor charges. After the citation was served, Mawdsley was released from custody.
Following the notification, Mawdsley, an 18-year veteran of the Portland Police Bureau assigned to the Specialized Resources Division, was placed on administrative leave. He remains on leave pending the results of an internal investigation.
"As law enforcement officers, we are held to a higher standard," said Chief Bob Day. "I look forward to learning the results of the complete and thorough investigation when it is complete."
Thorough investigations of allegations of criminal misconduct by Bureau members are essential to the maintenance of Bureau integrity, effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability. In addition to the criminal investigation, an Internal Affairs Division investigation has been opened into this matter. The internal investigations process is spelled out in the following policies:
0330.00 Internal Affairs, Complaint Intake, and Processing https://www.portland.gov/policies/police-directives/conduct-discipline-0300/033000-internal-affairs-complaint-intake-and
Directive 333.00 Criminal Investigations Of Police Bureau Employees https://www.portland.gov/policies/police-directives/conduct-discipline-0300/033300-criminal-investigations-police-bureau
0335.00 Corrective Action Process https://www.portland.gov/policies/police-directives/conduct-discipline-0300/033500-corrective-action-process
Criminal investigations of members are conducted concurrently with the administrative investigation involving the same event without undue delay and in a manner consistent with the highest standards of objectivity and professionalism. Bureau members subject to a criminal investigation will be afforded rights guaranteed under the United States and State of Oregon Constitutions throughout the investigation.
The Portland Police Bureau will not comment further on this personnel matter to ensure an objective internal investigation is conducted, and to protect public employees' privacy interests.
Inquiries for information about the criminal matter should be directed to the Meeker County Sheriff’s Office. Please reference MCSO case number 24-000734.
###PPB###
Two people have been arrested in connection with the October 2023 homicide of Cali Durbin.
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, detectives with the Portland Police Bureau, with assistance from U.S. Marshals and members of the Criminal Investigations Division at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, arrested William A. Watson, 32, of Pierce County, Washington, and Candice M. Hicks, 34, of Covington, Washington.
Watson was arrested on the following charges: Murder in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon (two counts), Felon in Possession of a Firearm (two counts), Attempted Murder in the Second Degree (two counts), and Assault in the Second Degree with a Firearm (two counts).
Hicks was arrested on the following charges: Attempted Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
Both Watson and Hicks are awaiting extradition to Oregon.
Durbin's family has been notified of the arrests.
No further information will be released at this time.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The victim of Sunday’s homicide on Southeast Foster Road is identified as Cali M. Durbin, 26, of Portland. Her family has been notified of her death. They have provided the attached family photograph for public release.
The medical examiner determined she died of homicide by gunshot wound.
The case remains under active investigation. Anyone with information on this incident who has not yet spoken to police is asked to contact Detective JD McGuire at Jeff.McGuire@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective Jeff Sharp at Jeff.Sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 23-270284.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
On Sunday, October 15th, 2023, at approximately 04:08 a.m. officers from the East Precinct responded to reports of a shooting at the intersection of Southeast Foster Road and Southeast 86th Avenue.
Officers arrived and found three people with gunshot wounds. One of the victims was declared deceased at the scene. Two victims were transported to an area hospital with life threatening gunshot wounds.
Detectives from the Homicide Unit responded to conduct an investigation. The area around Southeast Foster Road and Southeast 86th Avenue will be closed for several hours as Criminalists from the Forensic Evidence Unit and Detectives process the scene and collect evidence.
More information will be released when appropriate.
Anyone with information on this incident who has not yet spoken to police is asked to contact Detective Jeffrey McGuire at Jeff.McGuire@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective Jeff Sharp at Jeff.Sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 23-270284.
###PPB###
On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the suspect in the shots fired incident in the Portsmouth Neighborhood, Robert D. Seeger, was released from the hospital. Seeger was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center and lodged on the following charges: Unlawful Use of a Weapon (three counts), Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Burglary, Menacing (three counts), and warrants.
Anyone with information about the case, who has not yet spoken with investigators, is urged to contact Detective Tony Harris at tony.harris@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0441or Detective Jeff Sharp at jeff.sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-9773 and reference case number 24-214901.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The suspect injured in a shots fired incident in the Portsmouth Neighborhood has been identified as Robert D. Seeger, 52, of Portland. Seeger is in police custody in a local hospital. After he is treated for his non-life-threatening injuries, he will be booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges that will be released at that time.
Anyone with information about the case, who has not yet spoken with investigators, is urged to contact Detective Tony Harris at tony.harris@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0441or Detective Jeff Sharp at jeff.sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-9773 and reference case number 24-214901.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
One person was injured in an officer-involved shooting in the Portsmouth Neighborhood.
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at approximately 5:15 p.m., officers assigned to the Portland Police Bureau’s North Precinct responded to the 7600 block of North Portsmouth Avenue on reports of an adult male who was armed with a handgun and exhibiting erratic behavior. When officers arrived, the armed man reportedly yelled at them and chased after them before retreating and ducking behind vehicles in the parking lot of an apartment complex. Over the course of the next hour, the man continued exhibiting erratic behavior while armed with the handgun and even a hammer at times. PPB’s Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) was summoned to the area and a shelter-in-place order was issued. At approximately 6:04 p.m., before SERT engaged, an officer deployed a 40 mm less lethal round and that was followed by an officer using deadly force. The suspect, wounded at this point, continued to disobey commands from officers. At approximately 6:17 p.m., officers deployed a K-9 and they were ultimately able to take the man into custody. The individual was transported to an area hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries.
No officers were injured in this incident. The officer who used deadly force will be placed on paid administrative leave. This is standard protocol following an officer-involved shooting.
Per PPB directives, Detectives with the Portland Police Homicide Unit responded to the scene to investigate.
Chief Bob Day responded to the scene and he has briefed Mayor Wheeler’s staff and the City Attorney’s office on the investigation.
As part of the use of force review process, the Bureau will conduct an internal review of the entire incident, including the initial response, resources requested, tactics used, and post shooting actions. The case will go before the Police Review Board (PRB), which is composed of community members, Bureau members, and representatives from the Independent Police Review Division.
The Portland Police Bureau directive outlining the procedures followed after an officer-involved shooting may be found https://www.portland.gov/policies/police-directives/weapons-ammunition-equipment-1000/101010-deadly-force-and-custody-death .
The Portland Police Bureau is committed to transparency. The Bureau has an interactive dashboard on its website, which allows users to filter the information based on a variety of data. https://www.portland.gov/police/open-data/ois That includes cases by year with subject injury type, initial call type, subject weapon, demographics, and aggregate statistics.
Once the entire investigation and legal process is complete, the investigative files and any grand jury transcripts regarding this case will be posted on the Bureau's Open Data page. Information available about past officer-involved shootings can be found here https://www.portland.gov/police/open-data/ois-summaries .
Anyone with information about the case is urged to contact Detective Tony Harris at tony.harris@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0441or Detective Jeff Sharp at jeff.sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-9773 and reference case number 24-214901.
Photo description: Firearm recovered at the scene
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
This incident has become an officer-involved shooting investigation. The armed subject has been taken into custody and is being transported to a local hospital. The extent of his injuries is unknown at this time. The shelter in place has been lifted, however, the area remains closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
The PIO is responding to the scene and more information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
###Original Message Below###
The Portland Police Bureau’s Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) are responding to an armed subject in the Portsmouth Neighborhood.
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at approximately 5:17 p.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to reports of an armed male walking down the street in the 7600 block of North Portsmouth Avenue. When officers attempted to contact the man, he remained armed and took cover behind a car. SERT and CNT are responding to the scene.
A shelter in place has been ordered for the neighborhood. The streets in the area have been closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
A PIO is responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
Numerous dogs and cats were rescued during the service of a search and seizure warrant at a home in the Lents Neighborhood.
On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the Neighborhood Response Team (NRT) assigned to the Portland Police Bureau’s East Precinct, with assistance from the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Strategic Prosecution Unit, Multnomah County Animal Services, and the Oregon Humane Society, served a search and seizure warrant at a home near Southeast 86th Avenue and Southeast Tolman Street in the Lents Neighborhood. PPB and its partners were acting on information from neighborhood residents who reported malnourished animals were living in hazardous conditions inside of a home for months. During the service of the warrant, numerous dogs were found to be neglected and living in unsanitary conditions, with many in stacked cages. In total, 13 dogs and two cats were discovered and rescued from the home. The animals were transported to the Oregon Humane Society for evaluation and treatment.
While PPB and its partners were on scene, the animals’ owner arrived and cooperated with the multi-agency investigation. Animal neglect charges are pending.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Consider Vosu at consider.vosu@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-216436.
Photo description: Officers in protective gear entering home
Photo description: Rescued dog
Photo description: Rescued dog
Photo description: Rescued dog
Photo description: Crates found in home
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The Portland Police Bureau’s Focused Intervention Team (FIT) seized three unlawfully possessed firearms during two traffic stops on consecutive days.
On Thursday, August 22, 2024, in the 7800 block of North Lombard Street, FIT members conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that did not obey a traffic control device. Neither the driver nor the passenger had driving privileges, so officers ordered a tow for the vehicle. While searching the vehicle, officers located a revolver in the rear passenger armrest. Both the driver and passenger were transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) and lodged on the following charges:
Garvin A. Franklin, 44, of Portland, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public
Darius D. Riggins, 37, of Portland, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public
On Friday, August 23, 2024, in the area of Southeast 103rd Avenue and Southeast Ellis Street, FIT members conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle involved in numerous driving violations. Officers immediately noticed a significant amount of drugs and two firearms in the vehicle. Both the driver and a passenger were transported to MCDC and lodged on the following charges:
Gilberto M. Felix, 22, of Milwaukie, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine), Unlawful Delivery of a Controlled Substance (cocaine)
Oscar A. Palomo, 23, of Vancouver, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm in Public
FIT is comprised of PPB members who were selected to be a part of this specialty unit tasked with helping address gun violence in the City of Portland. In between emergency calls, FIT builds relationships with community members and proactively deters violence consistent with their mandate. FIT is overseen by a group of community volunteers known as the Focused Intervention Team Community Oversight Group, or FITCOG. The FITCOG commenced in June 2021 in response to the gun violence crisis in Portland to work with the Focused Intervention Team (FIT) and assist with recommendations to reduce gun violence through prevention, intervention, and response. For more information, see their website: https://www.portland.gov/fitcog . FIT also collaborates with the Enhanced Community Safety Team (ECST), a team of Sergeants, Detectives, and Officers who focus on investigating shootings.
Photo description: Firearms and drugs seized during August 23rd traffic stop
Photo description: Firearm seized during August 22nd traffic stop
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On Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 12:58 a.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to a call of a body found around the 10700 block of Northeast Fremont Street. Police arrived at the location and found a person who was deceased. Due to the state of remains, it is unknown if the person found was a man or a woman.
Portland Police Bureau Homicide detectives responded to the scene to investigate. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Jeff Sharp at Jeff.Sharp@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-9773 or Detective Tony Harris at Tony.Harris@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0441. Please reference case number 24-215258.
There are no traffic closures in the area, however, the railroad that runs adjacent to Northeast Fremont Street has been halted until the investigation is complete.
The identity of the victim will be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and after family members have been notified. The PIO is not responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
A retail theft mission has resulted in numerous arrests and the recovery of stolen merchandise, drugs, and an unlawfully possessed firearm.
On Friday, August 23, 2024, North Precinct officers and the precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team (NRT), in collaboration with the Organized Retail Crime Association of Oregon, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office (MCDA), and multiple business partners, conducted a retail theft mission to combat retail theft in the Jantzen Beach area. The work resulted in the recovery of approximately $1,000 worth of stolen goods, the recovery of one stolen vehicle, the recovery of an unlawfully possessed firearm, and the recovery of seven ounces of Methamphetamine. In addition, 18 people were either arrested or cited.
During retail theft missions, PPB members work directly with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and work toward prosecution of these offenders. Following each retail theft mission, officers conduct follow-up and work closely with MCDA to ensure prosecution on these cases.
Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings. That entails stealing 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 is our belief and goal that arresting and holding prolific thieves accountable will help reduce these crimes for the entire business community.
PPB is grateful to our partners and the MCDA Retail Theft Task Force for their collaboration aimed at addressing retail theft in the Portland Metropolitan area.
Photo description: Suspect in custody
Photo description: Recovered merchandise
Photo description: Recovered weapons
Photo description: Recovered drugs and items
Photo description: Traffic stop
###PPB###
A teacher with Portland Public Schools is in custody and facing one felony charge of Luring a Minor following a weeks-long investigation.
On Thursday, July 18, 2024, a detective with the Yuba City (California) Police Department contacted the Portland Police Bureau’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit regarding an undercover chat operation. During this operation, the detective, posing as a 13-year-old child, communicated with a Portland man. The conversations, initiated by the Portland man, were sexual in nature and involved discussions on how to meet. The undercover detective, with assistance from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents in Sacramento, identified the suspect as Craig Douglas-Meyers, 38, of Portland.
On Friday, August 23, 2024, at approximately 7:00 a.m., PPB’s ICAC Unit, with assistance from PPB’s Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT), HSI agents in Portland, and the Milwaukie Police Department’s Electronic Storage Device Detection K-9, served a search warrant at Douglas-Meyers’ home in Northeast Portland. Douglas-Meyers was arrested and ultimately transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center where he was lodged on the following felony charge: Luring a Minor.
Due to Douglas-Meyers’ brazen conversations with who he thought was a child, and his employment as a teacher at Hosford Middle School in Southeast Portland, detectives fear there could be additional children with whom he has had inappropriate contact. PPB is releasing Douglas-Meyers’ photo in an effort to identify potential victims.
Anyone with information about Douglas-Meyers or this case is urged to contact Officer Aaron Rizzo at aaron.rizzo@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-803066.
Photo description: Craig Douglas-Meyers
Photo description: SERT member outside home
Photo description: HSI agent outside home
Photo description: Milwaukie PD’s Electronic Storage Device Detection K-9 outside home
###PPB###
The man police were assisting on the Fremont Bridge has come to the other side of the railing and is safe. Officers worked with the man to address his concerns and developed a plan for him to come to where it was safe. The man will be taken to an area hospital for evaluation.
The Fremont Bridge is back open in both directions.
Help is available for community members struggling from a mental health crisis and/or suicidal thoughts. Suicide is preventable.
988 is the new way to connect with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline where you will find confidential support for anyone who is in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.
It is also a number to call if you are a friend or loved one of someone in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.
You are not alone.
1 in 5 US Adults experience mental illness each year and suicide is the second leading cause of death among people ages 10 to 34.
Information about the Portland Police Bureau's Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and additional resources can be found by visiting https://www.portland.gov/police/divisions/behavioral-health-unit
As primary responders to crisis calls, all Portland Police Bureau officers receive basic Crisis Intervention Training as well as annual CIT refresher training. In addition, the Bureau has volunteer officers from a variety of patrol assignments on the Enhanced Crisis Intervention Team (ECIT). These officers will be the first responders dispatched by 9-1-1 to crisis calls that are determined to be related to an individual in crisis. ECIT officers receive additional training in order to identify risks during a behavioral crisis, utilize crisis communication techniques to help deescalate a person in crisis, and have knowledge of available community resources.
###PPB###
###Original Message Below###
On Friday, August 23, 2024, at 3:42 a.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to the top deck of the Fremont Bridge for reports of a man who parked his car and was on the outside of the railing. Officers trained in enhanced crisis intervention have responded to assist the subject and are currently talking with him.
Both decks of the Fremont Bridge have been closed; from northbound 405 and southbound I5.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Updates will be provided when appropriate.
###PPB###
The man killed in a shooting in the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood on August 19, 2024, has been identified as Lorenzo U. Miranda, 50. His 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 Miranda died of homicide by gunshot wound.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Meghan Burkeen at meghan.burkeen@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-2092 or Detective Brian Sims at brian.sims@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2079 and reference case number 24-209869.
Photo description: Portrait of Lorenzo Miranda
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
One person is deceased following a shooting in the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood.
On Monday, August 19, 2024, at approximately 7:35 p.m., East Precinct officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 12000 block of Southeast Division Street. When officers arrived, they located an adult male who had been seriously injured. Paramedics attempted lifesaving measures, but unfortunately the man died at the scene.
The Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit has responded to the scene to investigate.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Meghan Burkeen at meghan.burkeen@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-2092 or Detective Brian Sims at brian.sims@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2079 and reference case number 24-209869.
###PPB###
Since Friday, August 9, 2024, numerous females have contacted the Portland Police Bureau to report that they have been sexually assaulted by Damani Anderson after meeting him on different social media platforms. Detectives with PPB's Sex Crimes Unit are now investigating these cases.
Detectives fear there could still be additional victims. Anyone who might have had inappropriate contact with Anderson is asked to contact Detective Kyffin Marcum at Kyffin.Marcum@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-200429.
PPB would like to thank the community for the assistance provided thus far.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A Portland man has been arrested on rape and sodomy charges after assaulting a young woman and the Portland Police Bureau is worried there could be additional victims.
On Friday, August 9, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the 9000 block of North Woolsey Avenue after a community member called 911 to report a young woman was at their door asking for help and stating that she had been sexually assaulted. The woman, 18 years of age, reported that she had been sexually assaulted by a man she met through an online dating application. The woman told officers the man used the threat of force to engage in sexual activity. The woman was provided prompt medical attention and detectives from PPB’s Sex Crimes Unit responded to the scene and immediately launched an investigation that resulted in the identification of a suspect, Damani J. Anderson, 18, of Portland.
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, at approximately 1:45 p.m., with assistance from U.S. Marshals, Anderson was located and taken into custody at a residence in the 8000 block of North Swift Way. Anderson was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center and lodged on the following charges: Rape in the First Degree, Sodomy in the First Degree, Kidnapping in the First Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
PPB is releasing Anderson’s photo in an effort to identify additional potential victims. This investigation is still ongoing. If community members have information about this case, or have had similar interactions with Anderson, they are asked to contact Detective Kyffin Marcum at Kyffin.Marcum@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-200429.
Photo description: Booking photo of Damani Anderson
###PPB###
The man killed in the Buckman Neighborhood shooting on August 18, 2024, has been identified as Donny M. Calabaza, 45. His 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 Calabaza died of homicide by gunshot wound.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Stephen Gandy at stephen.gandy@police.portlandoregon.gov 503 823-0449 or Detective Jeffery Pontius at jeffery.pontius@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0433. Please reference case number 24-209044.
Photo description: Portrait of Donny Calabaza
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A man has been shot and killed in the Buckman neighborhood.
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 10:11 p.m., officers from the Central Precinct responded to the intersection of Southeast Washington Street and Southeast 9th Avenue on reports of a person shot. When officers arrived at the location, they found a male victim who was deceased.
No arrests have been made and no suspects have been detained.
Portland Police Bureau Homicide detectives are responding to the scene to investigate. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Stephen Gandy at stephen.gandy@police.portlandoregon.gov 503 823-0449 or Detective Jeffery Pontius at jeffery.pontius@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0433. Please reference case number 24-209044.
During the investigation, Southeast Washington Street will be closed between Southeast 8th Avenue and Southeast 10th Avenue. Additionally, Southeast 9th Avenue is closed between Southeast Stark Street and Southeast Alder Street.
The identity of the victim will be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and after family members have been notified. The PIO is not responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
The woman killed in a hit-and-run near Southwest 1st Avenue and Southwest Ankeny Street on August 16, 2024, has been identified as Bethany Johnson, 41. Johnson's family has been notified of her death.
Anyone who has information about this case is asked to e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU) and please reference case number 24-206177.
###PPB##
***Original Messages Below***
Detectives investigating the death of a woman near Southwest 1st Avenue and Southwest Ankeny Street determined she died as a result of a hit-and-run. The Portland Police Bureau's Major Crash Team has assumed responsibility for the investigation.
This is the 42nd traffic fatality in Portland in 2024.
Anyone who has information about this case is asked to e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU) and please reference case number 24-206177.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
On Friday, August 16, 2024, at 3:03 a.m., officers from the Central Precinct responded to the intersection of Southwest 1st Avenue and Southwest Ankeny Street. When officers arrived at the location, they found a female who was down, injured, and not breathing. Officers provided CPR to the female until paramedics arrived to treat her. Unfortunately, the woman died at the scene.
It is unknown what happened to the woman at this time and because of that, Portland Police Bureau detectives are responding to the scene to assist in the investigation. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Brian Sims at Brian.Sims@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2079, or Detective Meghan Burkeen at Meghan.Burkeen@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2092. Please reference case number 24-206177.
During the investigation, Southwest Ankeny Street will be closed between Southwest 1st Avenue and Southwest 2nd Avenue. Additionally, Southwest 2nd Avenue will be closed between Southwest Pine Street and West Burnside Street.
The identity of the victim may be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and after family members have been notified. The PIO is not responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
The woman killed in a shooting in the Hazelwood Neighborhood on August 18, 2024, has been identified as Melody A. Rooks, 33. Her family has been notified of her death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but they did provide the attached photo for public release.
The Medical Examiner determined Rooks died of homicide by gunshot wound.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked 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 24-208252.
Photo description: Portrait of Melody Rooks
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A woman has been shot and killed in the Hazelwood neighborhood.
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 2:42 a.m., officers from the East Precinct responded to the intersection of Northeast 104th Avenue and Northeast Wasco Street on reports of a person shot. When officers arrived at the location, they found a female victim who was deceased.
No arrests have been made and no suspects have been detained.
Portland Police Bureau Homicide detectives are responding to the scene to investigate. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Brian Sims at Brian.Sims@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2079, or Detective Meghan Burkeen at Meghan.Burkeen@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-2092. Please reference case number 24-208252.
During the investigation, Northeast Wasco Street will be closed between Northeast 102nd Avenue and Northeast 106th Avenue.
The identity of the victim will be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and after family members have been notified. The PIO is not responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
The pedestrian killed in a crash in the Piedmont Neighborhood on August 15, 2024, has been identified as Kurt N. Jensen, 59, of Damascus. Jensen's family has been notified of his death.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
One person is deceased following a crash in the Piedmont Neighborhood.
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, at approximately 9:50 a.m., officers responded to reports of a crash in the 300 block of North Columbia Boulevard. When officers arrived, they located a badly injured pedestrian who had been struck by a semi-truck. The pedestrian, an adult male, was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation that is being conducted by the Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team.
If anyone has information about this crash, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU) and please reference case number 24-205380.
###PPB###
The Portland Police Bureau’s North and Central Precinct officers, with the assistance from detectives, and tips from the community, were able to identify and locate the suspect responsible for abusing a dog back on August 2, 2024.
PPB previously released a video of the appalling attack to the public to help identify the suspect. Tips from the community came in and detectives were able to positively identify the suspect.
On August 17, 2024, North and Central Precinct officers responded to calls from the community regarding possible sightings of the suspect in this case, who the Major Crimes Unit detectives had identified as 25-year-old Isaac Booker Justham, of Portland. Based on information developed by those responding officers, and other information provided to detectives, the Major Crimes Unit responded to the Pearl District to conduct surveillance to locate Justham.
At approximately 4:30 p.m., Justham was spotted by detectives who requested assistance from Central Precinct. Those responding officers were able to take Justham into custody at Northwest 13th Avenue and Northwest Flanders Street.
After the arrest, Justham claimed to have swallowed fentanyl and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. Justham was later released from the hospital and transported to Central Precinct to be interviewed by detectives. Justham declined to provide information regarding the dog’s whereabouts when detectives asked for his help in obtaining medical treatment for the dog. After the interview, Justham was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on three felony counts of Aggravated Animal Abuse in the First Degree and several outstanding warrants.
The Portland Police Bureau would like to thank every who has provided information thus far and is requesting continued community assistance in locating the animal. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the dog is asked to contact Detective Matthew Brown at matthew.brown@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-803427.
Photo description: Two Portland Police officers walking Justham, who is handcuffed, down the street.
###PPB###
###Original Message Below###
The Portland Police Bureau is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man suspected of abusing a dog.
On August 2, 2024, at an apartment building in the 500 block of Northeast Holladay Street, security cameras captured a man repeatedly abusing a dog. The abuse included hitting the dog with a heavy rope and hanging the dog from a fire extinguisher so it could be repeatedly kicked.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 6’0” in height, and 175 pounds. He is known to congregate at businesses near the intersection of Northeast Grand Avenue and Northeast Holladay Street.
PPB is providing video of the abuse that happened in an elevator in an effort to locate the suspect. Viewer discretion is advised.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTXgoqCjfEs&rco=1
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspect or the dog is asked to contact Detective Matthew Brown at matthew.brown@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-803427.
Photo description: Suspect
Photo description: Close-up of suspect's face
Photo description: Dog
###PPB###
The man killed in a shooting in the Hazelwood Neighborhood on August 13, 2024, has been identified as John R. Molesworth, 43, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but they did provide the attached photos for public release.
The Medical Examiner determined Molesworth died of homicide by gunshot wound.
If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Calvin Goldring at Calvin.Goldring@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective William Winters at William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0466 and reference case number 24-204066.
Photo description: John Molesworth
Photo description: John Molesworth
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A man has been shot and killed in the Hazelwood neighborhood.
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 11:34 p.m., officers from the East Precinct responded to the 12100 block of Northeast Glisan Street on reports of a person shot. When officers arrived at the location, they found a male victim who was deceased.
No arrests have been made and no suspects have been detained.
Portland Police Bureau Homicide detectives are responding to the scene to investigate. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Calvin Goldring at Calvin.Goldring@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective William Winters at William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0466. Please reference case number 24-204066.
During the investigation, Northeast 122nd Avenue will be closed between Northeast Glisan Street and Northeast Oregon Street.
The identity of the victim will be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and after family members have been notified. The PIO is not responding to the scene. More information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
The suspect in a Buckman Neighborhood crash that resulted in the death of David Bentley on February 25, 2024, has been indicted on felony charges.
In late July, a Multnomah County Grand Jury heard the case against Shane M. McKeever. He was indicted on the following felony charges: Murder in the Second Degree and Attempted Murder in the Second Degree.
With this now classified as a homicide, there have been 44 homicides in Portland year-to-date. This is no longer considered a traffic-related fatality.
No further information will be released at this time.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The individual killed in a crash in the Buckman Neighborhood on Sunday, February 25, 2024, has been identified as 48-year-old David R. Bentley.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Traffic Investigations Unit at (503) 823-2103 or crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 24-46438.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The driver of the sedan, Shane M. McKeever, 22, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Manslaughter in the First Degree and Reckless Driving. Investigators believe that someone fired shots at McKeever, but that person has not been located. Investigators also believe numerous witnesses and people with information about what happened fled the scene without talking to police. It is critical that investigators are able to speak to everyone who has first-hand information to ensure they have a full picture of what took place and who was involved. If anyone has information about this crash and has not talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-46438.
The identity of the victim will be released after family has had a chance to make notifications.
This is the 14th traffic-related fatality in the City of Portland so far in 2024. 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###
***Original Message Below***
A man died after a crash in the Buckman Neighborhood where shots were fired and a suspect was detained by community members.
On Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 2:54a.m., Central Precinct officers responded to a report of a crash involving a pedestrian and a vehicle near Southeast Belmont Street and Southeast Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, and shots were reportedly fired. When officers arrived they found an adult male with a bicycle with serious injuries. Paramedics transported him to the hospital by ambulance, where he died. The involved vehicle was found at the scene, and officers learned that the adult male driver had run away and was detained by community members near Southeast Water Avenue and Southeast Belmont Street. No shooting victims were immediately located.
The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team (MCT) is enroute to investigate the crash. During the investigation, Southeast Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and Southeast Grand Avenue are closed between Southeast Yamhill Street and Southeast Morrison Street. If anyone has information about this crash and has not talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-46438.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.
###PPB###
The pedestrian killed in this crash on August 8, 2024, has been identified as Jeremy J. Young, 48. His family has been notified of his death.
###PPB###
A fatal crash investigation involving a vehicle and a pedestrian has closed a major interstate freeway ramp.
On Thursday, August 8, 2024, 5:07 a.m., Portland Police officers assigned to North Precinct responded to a crash on the ramp from Interstate-84 westbound to Interstate-205 southbound. When they arrived they found a man deceased, who is believed to be a pedestrian. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.
The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to the crash to investigate. During the investigation, the ramp is closed to all traffic. Traffic can continue westbound on I-84 or go northbound on I-205.
If anyone has information about this crash, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU) and please reference case number 24-198589.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released when appropriate.
###PPB###
A retail theft mission over the weekend resulted in numerous arrests and the recovery of stolen merchandise.
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, Central Precinct officers conducted a retail theft mission. Officers arrested or cited nine individuals and recovered approximately $910 worth of stolen merchandise.
The following individuals were arrested or cited during the mission:
Geoffrey T. Lindsley, Theft in the Second Degree
Matthew T. Brown, Theft in the Second Degree, Felon in Possession of a Concealed Weapon, Warrant
Kaylee E. McCreary, Theft in the Third Degree, Trespassing in the Second Degree, Warrant
Derrick N. Malone, Theft in the Third Degree
Ezekiel M. Hunt, Theft in the Second Degree, Warrant
Angela I. Bumgarner, Warrant
Benjamin I. Mason, Theft in the Third Degree, Warrants
Robyn M. Robinson, Theft in the Second Degree, Warrants
Alaaeldin M. Aly, Theft in the Second Degree
Retail theft missions work directly with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and work toward prosecution of these offenders. Following each retail theft missions officers conduct follow up and work closely with the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office (MCDA) to ensure prosecution on these cases.
Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings, which 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 is our belief and goal that arresting and holding prolific thieves accountable will help reduce these crimes for the entire business community.
PPB is grateful to our partners and MCDA Retail Theft Task Force for their collaboration aimed at addressing retail theft in the Portland Metropolitan area.
###PPB###
The motorcyclist killed in a crash in North Portland on August 7, 2024 has been identified as Nathan G. Vinson, 29, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
One person is deceased following a crash in North Portland.
On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 5:47 a.m., North Precinct officers responded to reports of a crash near the intersection of North Marine Drive and North Portland Road. When they arrived, officers determined there was a crash involving a motorcycle and vehicle. Unfortunately, the motorcyclist, an adult male, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with police.
The Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team is responding. North Marine Drive will be closed from North Force Avenue to North Portland Road for the duration of the investigation.
Anyone with information about this crash is asked to email investigators at crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attn: Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference case number 24-197633.
###PPB###
During the first week of August, Portland Police Bureau’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) conducted directed patrol missions along NE 82nd Avenue with the assistance from Central, East, and North Precincts, North and Central Neighborhood Response Teams, Special Resources Division, Detectives Division, Victim Services Unit, Multnomah County Parole & Probation, and the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office.
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):
-Kevin Abdelsayed, 21, Vancouver, WA
-Michael Cortez Santiago, 24, Vancouver, WA
-Martin Cotoc-Yac, 37, Vancouver, WA
-Victor Estrada-Alejandres, 19, Beaverton, OR
-Carlos Lopez Ramos, 26, Newberg, OR (additional charges for DWS misdemeanor)
-Antonio Palacios Bolanos, 47, Parkdale, OR
-Cristian Olguin Zea, 23, Beaverton, OR
The following individual was also contacted and arrested:
-Marcus Barnes, 22, Katy, TX (forgery warrant from Texas)
During the course of these missions, six cars were towed and two guns were seized. Additionally, 13 providers were contacted and offered assistance with resources. Several other potential buyers, providers, and associated traffickers were also identified in the area.
PPB continues to receive several livability complaints from community members, organizations, and business partners regarding illegal activity rampant along 82nd Avenue. HTU cases are complex with several identified barriers such as repeated traumatic exposures, trauma bonds with traffickers, and fear of retaliation. The victims 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.
If you or someone you know is being labor or sex trafficked, please call 911 or the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or report tips to humantrafficking@police.portlandoregon.gov .
Photo description: Officers working mission
Photo description: Vehicle towed
Photo description: Suspect under arrest
###PPB###
The motorist killed in a crash on I-5 on July 18, 2024 has been identified as 36-year-old Thomas W. Keough. His family has been notified of his death.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A man is deceased after a single vehicle crash on the exit from I-5 Northbound to Hayden Island.
On Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 12:21a.m., Portland Police officers assigned to North Precinct responded to a crash on I-5 Northbound at Exit 308 (Jantzen Beach). When they arrived they found a single vehicle crashed. The adult male occupant was deceased at the scene.
The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to the scene to investigate the crash. During the investigation, the ramp from northbound I-5 to Hayden Island (Exit 308) is closed, and the ramp from Hayden Island to northbound I-5 is closed. The lanes of the freeway are still open.
If anyone has information about the crash and has not already talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 24-178890.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate. This is the 36th traffic related fatality this year in Portland.
The Portland Police Traffic Division is committed to providing enforcement and raising awareness regarding traffic safety for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Each year, traffic officers respond to preventable collisions. These collisions can deeply impact those involved, their families and loved ones. Traffic officers' number one priority is to address behaviors of all road users that might lead to a collision, including speed, impairment, distraction, and disobeying signals.
The Traffic Division works in partnership with the Bureau of Transportation on making streets safer for all users. You can help by doing your part to obey all traffic laws, whether you are in a vehicle, on foot, bike or scooter. To learn more, visit:
https://www.portland.gov/transportation/vision-zero
For more on the Traffic Division, visit:
https://www.portland.gov/police/divisions/traffic-division
To report a road or area that you believe should have additional traffic enforcement, call (503) 823-SAFE.
###PPB###
A man is facing felony assault charges after he was tracked down and arrested by Portland Police Officers following a machete attack.
On Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 11:36a.m., Portland Police Officers from East Precinct responded to the 1200 Block of Northeast 92nd Avenue on a report of an assault. When they arrived they found a victim, an adult male, with a serious cut to the arm at an off-road bicycle trail in Gateway Green Park. The victim and witnesses provided a suspect description to officers and a direction of travel down a multi-use path. Officers located and arrested the suspect. A search of the area resulted in the location of a machete (photo), which was seized as evidence. The victim declined ambulance transport and went to seek medical treatment by private vehicle.
Portland Police Major Crimes Unit Detectives responded to investigate. They booked Victor A. Peterson, 37, into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Assault in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.
If anyone has information about this assault and has not already talked to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Major Crimes Unit and reference case number 24-200795.
Photo description: A machete with silver blade and wooden handle displayed on a table
###PPB###
The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is announcing one of the largest single-day seizures of illegal drugs in Portland Police history.
On August 8, 2024, investigators from PPB’s Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit/HIDTA Interdiction Taskforce seized 90 pounds of methamphetamine, 11 pounds of fentanyl, and 3.8 pounds of heroin during a highway interdiction on Interstate 5 in the Portland area. The street value is estimated at approximately $2,000,000.
The investigation is ongoing and long-term in nature, so specifics about the case cannot be released at this time, however photos of the evidence are attached. Portland Police Drug Detection K9 Stitch is pictured.
NOC/HIDTA find that a significant amount of illegal narcotics enter Portland via vehicles on the Interstate 5 corridor, and that is a priority for ongoing enforcement and drug interdiction.
The HIDTA Interdiction Team (HIT) is a multi-jurisdictional narcotics task force that identifies, disrupts, and dismantles local, multi-state, and international drug trafficking organizations using intelligence-driven, multi-agency, prosecutor-supported approach. HIT is supported by Oregon-Idaho High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) which is composed of members from the Portland Police Bureau, Homeland Security Investigations, Oregon State Police, Internal Revenue Service, United States Postal Inspection Service, Amtrak Police, and Oregon National Guard Counter-Drug Task Force.
The Oregon-Idaho HIDTA program is an Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) sponsored counterdrug grant program that coordinates with and provides funding resources to multi-agency drug enforcement initiatives, including HIT.
Photo descriptions:
1-Police K9 Stitch sitting behind a large stack of narcotics packed in plastic, weights written on each individual package
2-Closeup of the stack of narcotics on a table
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The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) has been awarded nearly a half-million dollars in grant money to further its ongoing efforts to address retail theft.
On Thursday, August 1, 2024, the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission notified PPB that it will be receiving $474,244 through the Organized Retail Theft Grant Program. With a typical retail theft mission costing thousands of dollars to run, the grant money will allow PPB to continue conducting its successful retail theft missions.
“This gives us the ability to hire officers on overtime to engage in this proactive work on the street,” PPB’s North Precinct Commander Rob Simon said. “This will further our goals of addressing crime and the fear of crime in Portland.”
The first disbursement of the awarded funds is expected to be released in early September.
Retail theft missions work directly with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and work toward prosecution of these offenders. Following each retail theft mission, officers conduct follow-up and work closely with the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office (MCDA) toward prosecution of these cases.
Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings, which steal items that can easily be sold for cash in 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, and improves 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 is our belief and goal that arresting and holding prolific thieves accountable will help reduce these crimes for the entire business community.
PPB is grateful to our partners and MCDA Retail Theft Task Force for their collaboration aimed at addressing retail theft in the Portland Metropolitan area.
To learn more, join us for a video ride-along on one of PPB’s recent retail theft missions here: https://youtu.be/XF08DVNQjpQ
###PPB###
Investigators are releasing a photo of Lyle G. Gage Jr. in an effort to identify additional potential victims.
If you believe you are a victim, or know anything about this case, you are urged to contact Officer Aaron Rizzo at aaron.rizzo@police.portlandoregon.gov .
Photo description: Booking photo of Lyle Gage Jr.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
A Portland man has been arrested and is charged with federal sex crimes involving children following a months-long investigation.
In March 2024, a concerned citizen reported to the Portland Police Bureau that she was contacted via social media by an individual offering to pay her for nude images of her child. The woman declined the offer and alerted authorities. Through the initial investigation, detectives identified a suspect, Lyle G. Gage Jr., 55, of Portland.
Over the course of the next several months, detectives obtained search warrants that allowed them to search Gage’s devices. Not only did detectives find numerous nude images of a girl later determined to be only seven-years-old, but they also discovered emails between Gage and the girl’s 16-year-old sister.
In early August, detectives determined the girls lived in Wyoming and they enlisted assistance from local authorities who located both the girls and their mother. Investigators determined that Gage used the threat of harm to coerce the teen into sending him hundreds of sexually explicit videos throughout the course of the previous two years.
On Monday, August 5, 2024, with assistance from Central Precinct’s Neighborhood Response Team and patrol officers, Gage was arrested on the following federal charges: Sexual Exploitation of Children, Receipt of Child Pornography, Possession of Child Pornography, and Coercion and Enticement of a Minor. Gage is currently in the custody of U.S. Marshals.
PPB would like to thank Homeland Security Investigations, Internet Crimes Against Children Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, and the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon for assistance with this case.
Authorities fear there could be additional victims. If you believe you are a victim, or know anything about this case, you are urged to contact Officer Aaron Rizzo at aaron.rizzo@police.portlandoregon.gov .
###PPB###
The Portland Police Bureau conducted a successful Street Takeover Mission over the weekend and the most up-to-date results are as follows:
184 traffic stops
80 citations
39 vehicles towed
29 arrests
PPB would like to thank partner agencies that assisted with the mission.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The afternoon and early evening efforts resulted in no additional street takeovers or significant street racing events. Throughout the evening, members participating in the street takeover suppression mission used high visibility patrols and proactive policing to discourage any additional reckless driving.
Preliminary counts indicate officers involved in the mission made at least 41 traffic stops, wrote 23 citations, towed 7 vehicles, and arrested 4 people. Those numbers may increase as additional reports are completed.
Among the notable stops:
One of the drivers skidding in the intersection of Southeast 2nd Avenue and Southeast Morrison Street was located with his car at a nearby gas station in the 600 block of Southeast Grand Avenue. Rowan W. Bauschard, 20, of Portland, was arrested and charged with Reckless Driving. He was also cited for traffic violations and the car was towed.
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Mission officers stopped a silver Toyota Supra for driving without plates at Northeast 99th Avenue and Northeast Multnomah Street. The driver, 18, from Gresham, was cited for driving without insurance and the car was towed (24-195387 photo).
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When the group of racers moved out of Portland and toward Troutdale, officers made a traffic stop on an involved vehicle in the 2900 block of Northeast Hogan Drive in Gresham. The driver, Nathaniel Lummus, 23, of Molalla, Oregon, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a charge of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (24-195472).
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Unable to conduct a street takeover in Troutdale, the racers moved into the Damascus area. PPB coordinated with the Clackamas County Sheriff’s office to respond and work to prevent racing or takeovers. Officers stopped one vehicle for a traffic violation in the parking lot of a grocery store in Damascus. The vehicle’s passenger had an open container of alcohol in the car and had multiple warrants. Christopher Alejandres-Soriano, 24, of McMinnville, was transported to Clackamas County jail (photo).
Photo descriptions:
Silver Volvo Sedan being loaded on a flatbed tow truck
Three officers stand around a blue car, one is talking to the driver
Oregon State Police and PPB arrest a man on a traffic stop
Supra tow C 24-195387 Officer stands next to a silver sports car talking to the driver
Suspect in handcuffs 24-195472 A male suspect in a black shirt and grey camouflage pants in handcuffs being escorted to a police car
CCSO and PPB arrest A Clackamas County Sheriff’s deputy and a PPB officer arrest a man in a parking lot
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
An intersection takeover has already taken place and been broken up by Portland Police and our law enforcement partners for the third day of the planned street racing mission.
On Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 3:26 p.m., Central Precinct officers were notified of a street takeover with vehicles doing burnouts and skidding in circles in the intersection of Southeast 2nd Avenue and Southeast Morrison Street (24-195274). In less than an hour, PPB officers gathered all available citywide resources and responded and broke up the takeover. One of the cars leaving the scene, a red 1998 Ford Mustang, was stopped. The 17-year-old driver was arrested for an active Reckless Driving warrant, as well as new citations for driving suspended, driving without insurance, and no license plate. The vehicle was towed (photo 24-195319). Another vehicle’s tires were spiked but the driver eluded and was not immediately located.
The group moved to Southeast Milwaukie Avenue and Southeast Powell Boulevard, then to the area of Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard and Southeast 20th Avenue trying to engage more street racing activity. Police officers from the mission flooded those areas as a deterrent. The group then moved to a grocery store parking lot in the area of Northeast 102nd Avenue and Glisan, where additional police attention prevented any takeover event.
The group then appeared to move out of Portland, including to Troutdale and Clackamas County. Portland Police and interagency mission coordinators continue to work with regional law enforcement partners to ensure that this dangerous activity is addressed throughout the metro area. PPB continues to look for signs of street takeover/racing activity and will continue to take enforcement action.
The Portland Police Bureau and partner law enforcement agencies have been anticipating this event, called the West Coast Invitational, where hundreds or even thousands of participants were expected to engage in street takovers. The street takeover suppression mission is an effort to deter and combat illegal street racing activity. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out proactively looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Over the past 2 nights, there were well over 100 traffic stops related to the mission, dozens of arrests, citations, and tows.
Under the new Reckless Driving law (811.140), a vehicle used in a street racing like activity is subject to criminal forfeiture. The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office is coordinating with PPB to use criminal forfeiture to, where appropriate, prevent these drivers from retrieving their vehicles.
Tonight, as the past 2 nights, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice">https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held Thursday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
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Photo description:
Red Mustang on a tow truck
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
UPDATE #4: Multiple Intersection Takeovers Broken Up, Arrests Made, Cars Towed
As expected, hundreds of people attempted to establish large scale street takeovers, but were quickly broken up by law enforcement officers working together in a highly successful multi-agency street racing suppression mission. At least 47 traffic stops were made, at least 11 people were arrested, and at least 10 cars were towed. Some were seized through asset forfeiture, meaning the owners lost their vehicles permanently due to their participation in street racing/street takeovers.
Throughout the evening, participants tried to establish takeovers of at least 6 intersections. The police response led to all of the takeovers ending quickly. Here is a summary of some of the major incidents (this is not a comprehensive list as reports are still being compiled):
At 6:51p.m., Portland Police Bureau (PPB) officers stopped a red Dodge Charger in the area of Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard and Southeast Washington Street. Officers contacted the driver and obtained identifying information, discovering the driver had multiple arrests warrants. The driver then fled from the traffic stop. Officers located the vehicle and the driver in the area of Southeast 27th Avenue and Southeast Taylor Street. The driver, Saveel Sheikh, 27, of Portland, was arrested after about 20 minutes of negotiations. Sheikh was charged with Attempt to Elude Police, Reckless Driving, eight counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, and multiple arrest warrants related to Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. (24-194413)
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At 8:24p.m., Oregon State Police stopped a Cadillac with switched license plates near the 8100 block of Northeast Lombard Street. The driver was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The vehicle was towed. (24-194495)
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Portland Police Traffic Officers stopped a black Chevrolet “Batmobile” near the 2700 block of North Marine Drive. The driver was cited for a traffic violation. (photo)
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At 9:31p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the 8500 Block of North Argyle Way on a report of a street racer firing shots into the air from their vehicle. No injuries were reported. The suspect was not located. (24-194587)
Portland Police Officers stopped a vehicle at Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. The driver did not have a driver license or insurance. The vehicle was impounded. (24-194534)
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At 11:55 p.m., Portland Police officers attempted to stop a black Ford Mustang near the 1400 block of Northeast Grand Avenue. The driver of the Mustang attempted to elude the traffic stop. Officers were able to get the vehicle stopped after a brief pursuit. The driver, Chase A. Rodriguez-Birt, 18, of Salem, Oregon, was arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a charge of Attempt to Elude Police by Vehicle and an outstanding warrant. His Mustang was impounded. (24-194731)
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At 12:15 a.m., participants attempted to establish the first intersection takeover at Southeast 10th Avenue and/ Southeast Ash Street. One of the drivers skidding in circles was in a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. Officers followed the vehicle where its driver tried to hide it in a busy parking lot in the 800 block of Southeast Pine Street. Officers found it and arrested the driver. He was armed with a gun (photo). Lopaka J. Smith, 19, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Reckless Driving, Recklessly Endangering Another Person (100 counts), Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm in City Limits (City Code), and was cited for Street Racing. His car was towed and forfeited. The takeover was broken up by police at 12:29 a.m, less than 15 minutes later.
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At 12:43 a.m., the second intersection takeover was attempted at Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. It was broken up after about 10 minutes. One of the drivers who was spinning in the intersection, in a black Chevrolet Camaro, eluded police trying to stop him. Officers used spike strips to flatten his tires and he ran on foot in the 8800 block of Northeast Broadway. He hid in someone’s yard until officers and K9 located and arrested him at 1:09 a.m. Victor D. Ferman Camacho, 25, of Vancouver, Washington was booked into jail on charges of Reckless Driving, Attempt to Elude Police, Speed Racing on Highway, Reckless Endangering another Person. His car was impounded and will be forfeited. (24-194775)
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A red Ford Mustang involved in street racing was abandoned after it crashed near Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Siskiyou Street. The driver has not been located. No injuries have been reported related to this crash.
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At 1:15 a.m., a third intersection takeover was attempted at Southeast Milwaukie Avenue and Powell Boulevard. The driver of a BMW who was sliding in the intersection was located and arrested. He is identified as Makale O. Farias, 18, of Vancouver, Washington. His vehicle was seized. The road was reopened within 20 minutes. (24-194796)
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A fourth intersection takeover took place at 2:13a.m. at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard. One of the involved drivers, who tried to flee the scene in his 2001 Ford Mustang, was arrested in 5900 block of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Jeremiah M. Rund, 18, of St. Helens, Oregon, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Unlawful Street Takeover, Reckless Driving, and Recklessly Endangering Another Person (24-194837). During the police intervention at the scene of the takeover, a man fired a firework (mortar) at police officers. He ran from police on foot but was overtaken and arrested at 2:22 a.m. Jaiden Jaenicke, 19, of Portland, was booked into jail on charges of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Escape in the Third Degree, and Interfering with a Peace Officer. (24-194837)
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Officers stopped a yellow Mustang near the intersection of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard as it was involved with a street takeover. The driver, Matthew Rogers, 23, from Rio Linda, California, was cited for no driver’s license and no insurance. The Mustang was impounded. (24-194725)
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At 3:10 a.m., a fifth attempted takeover near Lloyd Center. Officers broke it up within minutes.
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At 3:35 a.m., a sixth attempted intersection takeover took place at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Lombard Street. The driver of a blue 2002 Ford Mustang was skidding in circles in the intersection. The driver tried to flee but was arrested at Northeast 27th Avenue and Northeast Bryant Street. He is 16 years old, from Milwaukie, Oregon. He was fingerprinted and released to his parents and is due in court later for Reckless Driving and Unlawful Street Takeover. His car was forfeited.
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Additional photographs of the evening’s activities are available on our Twitter/X page: https://x.com/PortlandPolice/status/1819918221379571806 . PPB and partner agencies plan to continue the street takeover/street racing suppression mission Sunday evening.
Photo descriptions:
-Suspect in red hooded sweatshirt in handcuffs in front of a black Camaro with spiked/flattened tires
-Closeup of flattened Camaro tires
-A yellow Ford Mustang on a flatbed tow truck
-A blue Ford Mustang preparing to be towed away
-An arrested suspect in handcuffs on a moped
-A black car with red Batman decals
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
UPDATE #3: Second Night of Street Takeover Suppression Mission Begins (Photo)
August 03, 2024 18:59
The Portland Police Bureau and partner law enforcement agencies have begun the second night of the West Coast Invitational street takeover suppression mission in an effort to deter and combat illegal street racing activity. This street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out proactively looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Last night’s mission resulted in 50 traffic stops, 7 arrests, 4 towed vehicles and 11 citations.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice">https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC">https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
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###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The first night of a multi-agency effort to deter street takeovers has been effective. PPB is unaware of any street or intersection takeovers, and there was limited speed racing and sideshow activity. Throughout the course of the night, officers, deputies, and troopers conducted high visibility patrols and proactive enforcement on dangerous driving. This proactive approach has shown to be effective in preventing and deterring illegal street racing activity.
During the mission, two people were killed and another was seriously hurt after the driver of a speeding vehicle eluded a traffic stop during the multi-agency street racing/takeover mission. The news release about that incident is available here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=533607
At 8:30 p.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on a driver on 2700 block of Northeast 82nd Avenue. The driver slow-rolled through a high school parking lot and was boxed in by 3 police vehicles (photo). He was arrested and an open bottle of tequila was found in the car. He was evaluated for DUII but refused an Intoxilyzer test. He was issued multiple citations and a notice of driver license suspension. The vehicle was towed (photo).
At 10:49 p.m., a motorcyclist riding at extremely high speeds eluded officers in attempting to stop him in the area of Northeast Airport Way and Northeast 148th Avenue and ran into a house in the 700 block of Northeast 160th Avenue. Officers surrounded the house and made numerous attempts to get the suspect to surrender. When he did not, officers applied for and were granted a warrant to enter the home. The suspect climbed onto the roof trying to get away, but then realized he was unable to escape and surrendered. He was arrested at 3:02 a.m., over 4 hours after the stop. The motorcycle (photo) was seized. As of this news release, he remains in custody pending charges.
These are preliminary statistics and may change as additional information comes in:
50 traffic stops
7 arrests
4 towed vehicles
11 citations issued
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies will continue to run this mission through Sunday, August 4th.
Photo descriptions:
-A Port of Portland Police vehicle with lights flashing behind a stolen vehicle attached to a tow truck
-A Multnomah County Sheriff's Office vehicle with lights flashing stopping a car
-A blue and white motorcycle parked next to a Portland Police vehicle
-a black car being towed
-a black car boxed in by 3 police vehicles
-suspect in handcuffs being walked to a police vehicle by an officer
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies have begun a regionwide mission to address illegal street racing, takeovers, and sideshow activity expected this weekend. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Gresham, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
KOIN: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
The Portland Police Bureau is teaming up with partner law enforcement agencies to conduct a Street Takeover Mission this weekend.
PPB has learned that Portland will be the site of the West Coast Invitational this weekend. The street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. PPB is partnering with law enforcement agencies based in the metro area, Oregon, and Southwest Washington to address criminal behavior.
Video of a past mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHVll_YcqkE
PPB wants to remind participants that street takeovers can result in jail time, fines, and towed vehicles.
ORS 811.127 addresses individuals who are facilitating or aiding another to engage in speed racing on a highway or reckless driving and individuals who obstruct or place a barricade on a highway or assist with placing an obstruction or barricade on a highway. The first offense is a misdemeanor while the second offense is a felony if committed within five years of the first offense.
In addition to that state statute and others, Portland City Code addresses this dangerous activity.
1. Unlawful street takeover event means an activity that is:
a. Unpermitted;
b. Preplanned or contemporaneously coordinated by two or more persons; and
c. Involves one or more persons demonstrating, exhibiting, or comparing the maneuverability or power of one or more motor vehicles in a curved direction, in a circular direction, or around corners, including but not limited to by breaking traction in a curved or circular direction or around corners.
2. A person commits the offense of an Unlawful Street Takeover if, in a public place or upon a highway, the person knowingly operates a motor vehicle while engaged in an unlawful street takeover event.
3.1. Highway means the entire width of a public right-of-way when any portion thereof is intended for motor vehicle movement or motor vehicle access to abutting property.
3.2. Public place means an area, whether publicly or privately owned, generally open to the public and includes, without limitation, the grounds surrounding buildings or dwellings, streets, sidewalks, bridges, tunnels, alleys, plazas, parks, driveways, and parking lots.
See the full ordinance here: https://www.portland.gov/code/14/a30/080
The Portland Police Bureau has updated its vehicle towing policy and now authorizes towing for drivers operating vehicles without valid driving privileges and lack of insurance, and to address street takeovers.
The Bureau recently substantially revised Directive 0630.60, Vehicle Dispositions. Most significantly, the revised directive has the following changes:
1) The directive authorizes towing for certain offenses, such as unlicensed drivers, suspended drivers, and lack of insurance.
2) The directive authorizes towing for violating new Portland City Code, 14A.30.080, Unlawful Street Takeover and Unlawful Staging of a Street Takeover Event.
3) The directive provides new guidance on responding to stolen vehicles reported at tow lots, temporary holds for VIN inspections, and abandoned vehicle towing.
The most noteworthy change to revised Directive 0630.60 is the newly authorized towing for certain offenses such as driving uninsured, suspended, without a license, or in a street takeover pursuant to a new Portland City Code provision, 14A.30.080. This change brings the Bureau in line with both neighboring law enforcement agency common practice and state law authorization for towing. Additionally, the change was supported in public comments and among internal subject matter experts and stakeholders within the Bureau, and will serve as an additional tool for the Bureau to increase traffic safety.
While the policy allows for tows in circumstances where they were not permitted before, the policy does not require them in most cases. The policy specifically encourages Police Bureau members to exercise discretion in impounding vehicles under circumstances that may create undue hardship or risk to the occupants. Such circumstances may include, but are not limited to: the presence of young children, elderly, or disabled persons; vehicles equipped for use by such persons; and vehicles used as homes.
Members of the public are encouraged, before driving on public roads, to verify that their driver's license is current and valid and that they have current proof of insurance.
PPB has previously released a video about this ordinance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrAt64cihw4
Every year, Portland Police officers respond to preventable collisions. These collisions can deeply impact those involved, their families and loved ones.
Future missions will be conducted as resources allow. These missions typically will not be preannounced, so participants are warned that they are risking arrest, towed vehicles, and traffic tickets if they take part in illegal street racing or takeovers. The goal of these missions is to deter people from engaging in these illegal and dangerous activities that are often related to crashes, shootings and other criminal activity.
Photo description: Vehicle towed during prior mission
Photo description: Man arrested during prior mission
Photo description: Gun seized during prior mission
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The driver was indicted on the following charges: Manslaughter in the First Degree, DUII, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, and Reckless Driving.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The man killed in a crash on I-84 on June 29, 2024 has been identified as John M. Boyd, 44, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death.
The driver of the vehicle traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes has been identified as 34-year-old Heather Greig. A Multnomah County Grand Jury indicted Greig on the following charges: Manslaughter in the First Degree, DUII, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, and Reckless Driving.
No further information will be shared at this time.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
On Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 1:32 a.m., officers from the East Precinct responded to reports of a crash involving two vehicles on westbound I-84 at Northeast 162 Avenue. Officers arrived to find a head-on collision and both drivers injured. The driver of the westbound vehicle was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries were he later died. The driver of the vehicle that was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes was also transported to an area hospital with unknown injuries.
The Portland Police Bureau Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, all lanes of westbound I-84 will be closed between Northeast 181st Avenue and I-205.
If anyone has information about the incident, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attention Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference case number 24-160773.
###PPB###
The two men killed in a crash on August 2, 2024 have been identified as 22-year-old Malcom T. Braman (driver) and 36-year-old Nicholas P. McGuire (passenger). Their families have been notified.
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
Two people were killed and another was seriously hurt after the driver of a vehicle eluded a traffic stop during a multi-agency street racing/takeover mission.
On Friday, August 2nd, 2024 at 11:55 p.m., two Gresham Police officers in a partner car assisting on the mission reported seeing a speeding reckless driver in the area of Northeast 122nd Avenue at Northeast Hancock Street. The officers activated overhead police lights to initiate a traffic stop and the driver did not stop. The officer began a traffic pursuit and immediately efforts to quickly intervene and end the pursuit began. The Air Support Unit was enroute, and officers were working to deploy spike strips to flatten the vehicle’s tires. At 11:57 p.m., the officer reported the eluding driver crashed into a utility pole and rolled over at Northeast 122nd Avenue and Northeast Marx Street. Emergency medical services responded and confirmed that two people were deceased at the scene. A third was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
The Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to investigate the crash. During the investigation, Northeast 122nd Avenue is closed between Northeast Shaver Street and Northeast Marx Street.
If anyone has information about this crash, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attention Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference Gresham Police case number PG24-32111 and Portland Police case number PP24-193803.
###PPB###
An intersection takeover has already taken place and been broken up by Portland Police and our law enforcement partners for the third day of the planned street racing mission.
On Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 3:26 p.m., Central Precinct officers were notified of a street takeover with vehicles doing burnouts and skidding in circles in the intersection of Southeast 2nd Avenue and Southeast Morrison Street (24-195274). In less than an hour, PPB officers gathered all available citywide resources and responded and broke up the takeover. One of the cars leaving the scene, a red 1998 Ford Mustang, was stopped. The 17-year-old driver was arrested for an active Reckless Driving warrant, as well as new citations for driving suspended, driving without insurance, and no license plate. The vehicle was towed (photo 24-195319). Another vehicle’s tires were spiked but the driver eluded and was not immediately located.
The group moved to Southeast Milwaukie Avenue and Southeast Powell Boulevard, then to the area of Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard and Southeast 20th Avenue trying to engage more street racing activity. Police officers from the mission flooded those areas as a deterrent. The group then moved to a grocery store parking lot in the area of Northeast 102nd Avenue and Glisan, where additional police attention prevented any takeover event.
The group then appeared to move out of Portland, including to Troutdale and Clackamas County. Portland Police and interagency mission coordinators continue to work with regional law enforcement partners to ensure that this dangerous activity is addressed throughout the metro area. PPB continues to look for signs of street takeover/racing activity and will continue to take enforcement action.
The Portland Police Bureau and partner law enforcement agencies have been anticipating this event, called the West Coast Invitational, where hundreds or even thousands of participants were expected to engage in street takovers. The street takeover suppression mission is an effort to deter and combat illegal street racing activity. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out proactively looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Over the past 2 nights, there were well over 100 traffic stops related to the mission, dozens of arrests, citations, and tows.
Under the new Reckless Driving law (811.140), a vehicle used in a street racing like activity is subject to criminal forfeiture. The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office is coordinating with PPB to use criminal forfeiture to, where appropriate, prevent these drivers from retrieving their vehicles.
Tonight, as the past 2 nights, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice">https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held Thursday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
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KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC">https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
Photo description:
Red Mustang on a tow truck
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
UPDATE #4: Multiple Intersection Takeovers Broken Up, Arrests Made, Cars Towed
As expected, hundreds of people attempted to establish large scale street takeovers, but were quickly broken up by law enforcement officers working together in a highly successful multi-agency street racing suppression mission. At least 47 traffic stops were made, at least 11 people were arrested, and at least 10 cars were towed. Some were seized through asset forfeiture, meaning the owners lost their vehicles permanently due to their participation in street racing/street takeovers.
Throughout the evening, participants tried to establish takeovers of at least 6 intersections. The police response led to all of the takeovers ending quickly. Here is a summary of some of the major incidents (this is not a comprehensive list as reports are still being compiled):
At 6:51p.m., Portland Police Bureau (PPB) officers stopped a red Dodge Charger in the area of Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard and Southeast Washington Street. Officers contacted the driver and obtained identifying information, discovering the driver had multiple arrests warrants. The driver then fled from the traffic stop. Officers located the vehicle and the driver in the area of Southeast 27th Avenue and Southeast Taylor Street. The driver, Saveel Sheikh, 27, of Portland, was arrested after about 20 minutes of negotiations. Sheikh was charged with Attempt to Elude Police, Reckless Driving, eight counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, and multiple arrest warrants related to Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. (24-194413)
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At 8:24p.m., Oregon State Police stopped a Cadillac with switched license plates near the 8100 block of Northeast Lombard Street. The driver was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The vehicle was towed. (24-194495)
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Portland Police Traffic Officers stopped a black Chevrolet “Batmobile” near the 2700 block of North Marine Drive. The driver was cited for a traffic violation. (photo)
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At 9:31p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the 8500 Block of North Argyle Way on a report of a street racer firing shots into the air from their vehicle. No injuries were reported. The suspect was not located. (24-194587)
Portland Police Officers stopped a vehicle at Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. The driver did not have a driver license or insurance. The vehicle was impounded. (24-194534)
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At 11:55 p.m., Portland Police officers attempted to stop a black Ford Mustang near the 1400 block of Northeast Grand Avenue. The driver of the Mustang attempted to elude the traffic stop. Officers were able to get the vehicle stopped after a brief pursuit. The driver, Chase A. Rodriguez-Birt, 18, of Salem, Oregon, was arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a charge of Attempt to Elude Police by Vehicle and an outstanding warrant. His Mustang was impounded. (24-194731)
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At 12:15 a.m., participants attempted to establish the first intersection takeover at Southeast 10th Avenue and/ Southeast Ash Street. One of the drivers skidding in circles was in a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. Officers followed the vehicle where its driver tried to hide it in a busy parking lot in the 800 block of Southeast Pine Street. Officers found it and arrested the driver. He was armed with a gun (photo). Lopaka J. Smith, 19, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Reckless Driving, Recklessly Endangering Another Person (100 counts), Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm in City Limits (City Code), and was cited for Street Racing. His car was towed and forfeited. The takeover was broken up by police at 12:29 a.m, less than 15 minutes later.
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At 12:43 a.m., the second intersection takeover was attempted at Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. It was broken up after about 10 minutes. One of the drivers who was spinning in the intersection, in a black Chevrolet Camaro, eluded police trying to stop him. Officers used spike strips to flatten his tires and he ran on foot in the 8800 block of Northeast Broadway. He hid in someone’s yard until officers and K9 located and arrested him at 1:09 a.m. Victor D. Ferman Camacho, 25, of Vancouver, Washington was booked into jail on charges of Reckless Driving, Attempt to Elude Police, Speed Racing on Highway, Reckless Endangering another Person. His car was impounded and will be forfeited. (24-194775)
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A red Ford Mustang involved in street racing was abandoned after it crashed near Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Siskiyou Street. The driver has not been located. No injuries have been reported related to this crash.
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At 1:15 a.m., a third intersection takeover was attempted at Southeast Milwaukie Avenue and Powell Boulevard. The driver of a BMW who was sliding in the intersection was located and arrested. He is identified as Makale O. Farias, 18, of Vancouver, Washington. His vehicle was seized. The road was reopened within 20 minutes. (24-194796)
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A fourth intersection takeover took place at 2:13a.m. at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard. One of the involved drivers, who tried to flee the scene in his 2001 Ford Mustang, was arrested in 5900 block of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Jeremiah M. Rund, 18, of St. Helens, Oregon, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Unlawful Street Takeover, Reckless Driving, and Recklessly Endangering Another Person (24-194837). During the police intervention at the scene of the takeover, a man fired a firework (mortar) at police officers. He ran from police on foot but was overtaken and arrested at 2:22 a.m. Jaiden Jaenicke, 19, of Portland, was booked into jail on charges of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Escape in the Third Degree, and Interfering with a Peace Officer. (24-194837)
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Officers stopped a yellow Mustang near the intersection of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard as it was involved with a street takeover. The driver, Matthew Rogers, 23, from Rio Linda, California, was cited for no driver’s license and no insurance. The Mustang was impounded. (24-194725)
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At 3:10 a.m., a fifth attempted takeover near Lloyd Center. Officers broke it up within minutes.
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At 3:35 a.m., a sixth attempted intersection takeover took place at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Lombard Street. The driver of a blue 2002 Ford Mustang was skidding in circles in the intersection. The driver tried to flee but was arrested at Northeast 27th Avenue and Northeast Bryant Street. He is 16 years old, from Milwaukie, Oregon. He was fingerprinted and released to his parents and is due in court later for Reckless Driving and Unlawful Street Takeover. His car was forfeited.
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Additional photographs of the evening’s activities are available on our Twitter/X page: https://x.com/PortlandPolice/status/1819918221379571806 . PPB and partner agencies plan to continue the street takeover/street racing suppression mission Sunday evening.
Photo descriptions:
-Suspect in red hooded sweatshirt in handcuffs in front of a black Camaro with spiked/flattened tires
-Closeup of flattened Camaro tires
-A yellow Ford Mustang on a flatbed tow truck
-A blue Ford Mustang preparing to be towed away
-An arrested suspect in handcuffs on a moped
-A black car with red Batman decals
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
UPDATE #3: Second Night of Street Takeover Suppression Mission Begins (Photo)
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August 03, 2024 18:59
The Portland Police Bureau and partner law enforcement agencies have begun the second night of the West Coast Invitational street takeover suppression mission in an effort to deter and combat illegal street racing activity. This street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out proactively looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Last night’s mission resulted in 50 traffic stops, 7 arrests, 4 towed vehicles and 11 citations.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice">https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC">https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
KOIN: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T">https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The first night of a multi-agency effort to deter street takeovers has been effective. PPB is unaware of any street or intersection takeovers, and there was limited speed racing and sideshow activity. Throughout the course of the night, officers, deputies, and troopers conducted high visibility patrols and proactive enforcement on dangerous driving. This proactive approach has shown to be effective in preventing and deterring illegal street racing activity.
During the mission, two people were killed and another was seriously hurt after the driver of a speeding vehicle eluded a traffic stop during the multi-agency street racing/takeover mission. The news release about that incident is available here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=533607
At 8:30 p.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on a driver on 2700 block of Northeast 82nd Avenue. The driver slow-rolled through a high school parking lot and was boxed in by 3 police vehicles (photo). He was arrested and an open bottle of tequila was found in the car. He was evaluated for DUII but refused an Intoxilyzer test. He was issued multiple citations and a notice of driver license suspension. The vehicle was towed (photo).
At 10:49 p.m., a motorcyclist riding at extremely high speeds eluded officers in attempting to stop him in the area of Northeast Airport Way and Northeast 148th Avenue and ran into a house in the 700 block of Northeast 160th Avenue. Officers surrounded the house and made numerous attempts to get the suspect to surrender. When he did not, officers applied for and were granted a warrant to enter the home. The suspect climbed onto the roof trying to get away, but then realized he was unable to escape and surrendered. He was arrested at 3:02 a.m., over 4 hours after the stop. The motorcycle (photo) was seized. As of this news release, he remains in custody pending charges.
These are preliminary statistics and may change as additional information comes in:
50 traffic stops
7 arrests
4 towed vehicles
11 citations issued
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies will continue to run this mission through Sunday, August 4th.
Photo descriptions:
-A Port of Portland Police vehicle with lights flashing behind a stolen vehicle attached to a tow truck
-A Multnomah County Sheriff's Office vehicle with lights flashing stopping a car
-A blue and white motorcycle parked next to a Portland Police vehicle
-a black car being towed
-a black car boxed in by 3 police vehicles
-suspect in handcuffs being walked to a police vehicle by an officer
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies have begun a regionwide mission to address illegal street racing, takeovers, and sideshow activity expected this weekend. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Gresham, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
KOIN: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T
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***Original Message Below***
The Portland Police Bureau is teaming up with partner law enforcement agencies to conduct a Street Takeover Mission this weekend.
PPB has learned that Portland will be the site of the West Coast Invitational this weekend. The street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. PPB is partnering with law enforcement agencies based in the metro area, Oregon, and Southwest Washington to address criminal behavior.
Video of a past mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHVll_YcqkE
PPB wants to remind participants that street takeovers can result in jail time, fines, and towed vehicles.
ORS 811.127 addresses individuals who are facilitating or aiding another to engage in speed racing on a highway or reckless driving and individuals who obstruct or place a barricade on a highway or assist with placing an obstruction or barricade on a highway. The first offense is a misdemeanor while the second offense is a felony if committed within five years of the first offense.
In addition to that state statute and others, Portland City Code addresses this dangerous activity.
1. Unlawful street takeover event means an activity that is:
a. Unpermitted;
b. Preplanned or contemporaneously coordinated by two or more persons; and
c. Involves one or more persons demonstrating, exhibiting, or comparing the maneuverability or power of one or more motor vehicles in a curved direction, in a circular direction, or around corners, including but not limited to by breaking traction in a curved or circular direction or around corners.
2. A person commits the offense of an Unlawful Street Takeover if, in a public place or upon a highway, the person knowingly operates a motor vehicle while engaged in an unlawful street takeover event.
3.1. Highway means the entire width of a public right-of-way when any portion thereof is intended for motor vehicle movement or motor vehicle access to abutting property.
3.2. Public place means an area, whether publicly or privately owned, generally open to the public and includes, without limitation, the grounds surrounding buildings or dwellings, streets, sidewalks, bridges, tunnels, alleys, plazas, parks, driveways, and parking lots.
See the full ordinance here: https://www.portland.gov/code/14/a30/080
The Portland Police Bureau has updated its vehicle towing policy and now authorizes towing for drivers operating vehicles without valid driving privileges and lack of insurance, and to address street takeovers.
The Bureau recently substantially revised Directive 0630.60, Vehicle Dispositions. Most significantly, the revised directive has the following changes:
1) The directive authorizes towing for certain offenses, such as unlicensed drivers, suspended drivers, and lack of insurance.
2) The directive authorizes towing for violating new Portland City Code, 14A.30.080, Unlawful Street Takeover and Unlawful Staging of a Street Takeover Event.
3) The directive provides new guidance on responding to stolen vehicles reported at tow lots, temporary holds for VIN inspections, and abandoned vehicle towing.
The most noteworthy change to revised Directive 0630.60 is the newly authorized towing for certain offenses such as driving uninsured, suspended, without a license, or in a street takeover pursuant to a new Portland City Code provision, 14A.30.080. This change brings the Bureau in line with both neighboring law enforcement agency common practice and state law authorization for towing. Additionally, the change was supported in public comments and among internal subject matter experts and stakeholders within the Bureau, and will serve as an additional tool for the Bureau to increase traffic safety.
While the policy allows for tows in circumstances where they were not permitted before, the policy does not require them in most cases. The policy specifically encourages Police Bureau members to exercise discretion in impounding vehicles under circumstances that may create undue hardship or risk to the occupants. Such circumstances may include, but are not limited to: the presence of young children, elderly, or disabled persons; vehicles equipped for use by such persons; and vehicles used as homes.
Members of the public are encouraged, before driving on public roads, to verify that their driver's license is current and valid and that they have current proof of insurance.
PPB has previously released a video about this ordinance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrAt64cihw4
Every year, Portland Police officers respond to preventable collisions. These collisions can deeply impact those involved, their families and loved ones.
Future missions will be conducted as resources allow. These missions typically will not be preannounced, so participants are warned that they are risking arrest, towed vehicles, and traffic tickets if they take part in illegal street racing or takeovers. The goal of these missions is to deter people from engaging in these illegal and dangerous activities that are often related to crashes, shootings and other criminal activity.
Photo description: Vehicle towed during prior mission
Photo description: Man arrested during prior mission
Photo description: Gun seized during prior mission
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As expected, hundreds of people attempted to establish large scale street takeovers, but were quickly broken up by law enforcement officers working together in a highly successful multi-agency street racing suppression mission. At least 47 traffic stops were made, at least 11 people were arrested, and at least 10 cars were towed. Some were seized through asset forfeiture, meaning the owners lost their vehicles permanently due to their participation in street racing/street takeovers.
Throughout the evening, participants tried to establish takeovers of at least 6 intersections. The police response led to all of the takeovers ending quickly. Here is a summary of some of the major incidents (this is not a comprehensive list as reports are still being compiled):
At 6:51p.m., Portland Police Bureau (PPB) officers stopped a red Dodge Charger in the area of Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard and Southeast Washington Street. Officers contacted the driver and obtained identifying information, discovering the driver had multiple arrests warrants. The driver then fled from the traffic stop. Officers located the vehicle and the driver in the area of Southeast 27th Avenue and Southeast Taylor Street. The driver, Saveel Sheikh, 27, of Portland, was arrested after about 20 minutes of negotiations. Sheikh was charged with Attempt to Elude Police, Reckless Driving, eight counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, and multiple arrest warrants related to Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants. (24-194413)
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At 8:24p.m., Oregon State Police stopped a Cadillac with switched license plates near the 8100 block of Northeast Lombard Street. The driver was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The vehicle was towed. (24-194495)
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Portland Police Traffic Officers stopped a black Chevrolet “Batmobile” near the 2700 block of North Marine Drive. The driver was cited for a traffic violation. (photo)
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At 9:31p.m., North Precinct officers responded to the 8500 Block of North Argyle Way on a report of a street racer firing shots into the air from their vehicle. No injuries were reported. The suspect was not located. (24-194587)
Portland Police Officers stopped a vehicle at Northeast 162nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. The driver did not have a driver license or insurance. The vehicle was impounded. (24-194534)
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At 11:55 p.m., Portland Police officers attempted to stop a black Ford Mustang near the 1400 block of Northeast Grand Avenue. The driver of the Mustang attempted to elude the traffic stop. Officers were able to get the vehicle stopped after a brief pursuit. The driver, Chase A. Rodriguez-Birt, 18, of Salem, Oregon, was arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a charge of Attempt to Elude Police by Vehicle and an outstanding warrant. His Mustang was impounded. (24-194731)
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At 12:15 a.m., participants attempted to establish the first intersection takeover at Southeast 10th Avenue and/ Southeast Ash Street. One of the drivers skidding in circles was in a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. Officers followed the vehicle where its driver tried to hide it in a busy parking lot in the 800 block of Southeast Pine Street. Officers found it and arrested the driver. He was armed with a gun (photo). Lopaka J. Smith, 19, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Reckless Driving, Recklessly Endangering Another Person (100 counts), Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm in City Limits (City Code), and was cited for Street Racing. His car was towed and forfeited. The takeover was broken up by police at 12:29 a.m, less than 15 minutes later.
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At 12:43 a.m., the second intersection takeover was attempted at Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. It was broken up after about 10 minutes. One of the drivers who was spinning in the intersection, in a black Chevrolet Camaro, eluded police trying to stop him. Officers used spike strips to flatten his tires and he ran on foot in the 8800 block of Northeast Broadway. He hid in someone’s yard until officers and K9 located and arrested him at 1:09 a.m. Victor D. Ferman Camacho, 25, of Vancouver, Washington was booked into jail on charges of Reckless Driving, Attempt to Elude Police, Speed Racing on Highway, Reckless Endangering another Person. His car was impounded and will be forfeited. (24-194775)
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A red Ford Mustang involved in street racing was abandoned after it crashed near Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Siskiyou Street. The driver has not been located. No injuries have been reported related to this crash.
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At 1:15 a.m., a third intersection takeover was attempted at Southeast Milwaukie Avenue and Powell Boulevard. The driver of a BMW who was sliding in the intersection was located and arrested. He is identified as Makale O. Farias, 18, of Vancouver, Washington. His vehicle was seized. The road was reopened within 20 minutes. (24-194796)
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A fourth intersection takeover took place at 2:13a.m. at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard. One of the involved drivers, who tried to flee the scene in his 2001 Ford Mustang, was arrested in 5900 block of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard.
Jeremiah M. Rund, 18, of St. Helens, Oregon, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Unlawful Street Takeover, Reckless Driving, and Recklessly Endangering Another Person (24-194837). During the police intervention at the scene of the takeover, a man fired a firework (mortar) at police officers. He ran from police on foot but was overtaken and arrested at 2:22 a.m. Jaiden Jaenicke, 19, of Portland, was booked into jail on charges of Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Escape in the Third Degree, and Interfering with a Peace Officer. (24-194837)
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Officers stopped a yellow Mustang near the intersection of Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Columbia Boulevard as it was involved with a street takeover. The driver, Matthew Rogers, 23, from Rio Linda, California, was cited for no driver’s license and no insurance. The Mustang was impounded. (24-194725)
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At 3:10 a.m., a fifth attempted takeover near Lloyd Center. Officers broke it up within minutes.
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At 3:35 a.m., a sixth attempted intersection takeover took place at Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Northeast Lombard Street. The driver of a blue 2002 Ford Mustang was skidding in circles in the intersection. The driver tried to flee but was arrested at Northeast 27th Avenue and Northeast Bryant Street. He is 16 years old, from Milwaukie, Oregon. He was fingerprinted and released to his parents and is due in court later for Reckless Driving and Unlawful Street Takeover. His car was forfeited.
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Additional photographs of the evening’s activities are available on our Twitter/X page: https://x.com/PortlandPolice/status/1819918221379571806 . PPB and partner agencies plan to continue the street takeover/street racing suppression mission Sunday evening.
Photo descriptions:
-Suspect in red hooded sweatshirt in handcuffs in front of a black Camaro with spiked/flattened tires
-Closeup of flattened Camaro tires
-A yellow Ford Mustang on a flatbed tow truck
-A blue Ford Mustang preparing to be towed away
-An arrested suspect in handcuffs on a moped
-A black car with red Batman decals
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The Portland Police Bureau and partner law enforcement agencies have begun the second night of the West Coast Invitational street takeover suppression mission in an effort to deter and combat illegal street racing activity. This street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out proactively looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Last night’s mission resulted in 50 traffic stops, 7 arrests, 4 towed vehicles and 11 citations.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
KOIN: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The first night of a multi-agency effort to deter street takeovers has been effective. PPB is unaware of any street or intersection takeovers, and there was limited speed racing and sideshow activity. Throughout the course of the night, officers, deputies, and troopers conducted high visibility patrols and proactive enforcement on dangerous driving. This proactive approach has shown to be effective in preventing and deterring illegal street racing activity.
During the mission, two people were killed and another was seriously hurt after the driver of a speeding vehicle eluded a traffic stop during the multi-agency street racing/takeover mission. The news release about that incident is available here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/news/read.cfm?id=533607
At 8:30 p.m., officers initiated a traffic stop on a driver on 2700 block of Northeast 82nd Avenue. The driver slow-rolled through a high school parking lot and was boxed in by 3 police vehicles (photo). He was arrested and an open bottle of tequila was found in the car. He was evaluated for DUII but refused an Intoxilyzer test. He was issued multiple citations and a notice of driver license suspension. The vehicle was towed (photo).
At 10:49 p.m., a motorcyclist riding at extremely high speeds eluded officers in attempting to stop him in the area of Northeast Airport Way and Northeast 148th Avenue and ran into a house in the 700 block of Northeast 160th Avenue. Officers surrounded the house and made numerous attempts to get the suspect to surrender. When he did not, officers applied for and were granted a warrant to enter the home. The suspect climbed onto the roof trying to get away, but then realized he was unable to escape and surrendered. He was arrested at 3:02 a.m., over 4 hours after the stop. The motorcycle (photo) was seized. As of this news release, he remains in custody pending charges.
These are preliminary statistics and may change as additional information comes in:
50 traffic stops
7 arrests
4 towed vehicles
11 citations issued
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies will continue to run this mission through Sunday, August 4th.
Photo descriptions:
-A Port of Portland Police vehicle with lights flashing behind a stolen vehicle attached to a tow truck
-A Multnomah County Sheriff's Office vehicle with lights flashing stopping a car
-A blue and white motorcycle parked next to a Portland Police vehicle
-a black car being towed
-a black car boxed in by 3 police vehicles
-suspect in handcuffs being walked to a police vehicle by an officer
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The Portland Police Bureau and partner agencies have begun a regionwide mission to address illegal street racing, takeovers, and sideshow activity expected this weekend. Numerous officers, deputies, and troopers from Portland, Gresham, Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Port of Portland, Oregon State Police, and Vancouver Police Department are out looking for this dangerous and disruptive activity.
Tonight, the Portland Police Bureau will be sharing public safety updates on our Twitter/X page. If you’re interested, please follow us here https://x.com/PortlandPolice .
To view the press conference held yesterday featuring Chief Bob Day and our regional partners, it is available on YouTube:
KPTV: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=yGe0dCNrSiRVHjGC
KOIN: https://www.youtube.com/live/GRSr8OCnPAM?si=mC_K6YGR7ESpbS6T
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
The Portland Police Bureau is teaming up with partner law enforcement agencies to conduct a Street Takeover Mission this weekend.
PPB has learned that Portland will be the site of the West Coast Invitational this weekend. The street takeover event is expected to draw a significant number of people from across the region. PPB is partnering with law enforcement agencies based in the metro area, Oregon, and Southwest Washington to address criminal behavior.
Video of a past mission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHVll_YcqkE
PPB wants to remind participants that street takeovers can result in jail time, fines, and towed vehicles.
ORS 811.127 addresses individuals who are facilitating or aiding another to engage in speed racing on a highway or reckless driving and individuals who obstruct or place a barricade on a highway or assist with placing an obstruction or barricade on a highway. The first offense is a misdemeanor while the second offense is a felony if committed within five years of the first offense.
In addition to that state statute and others, Portland City Code addresses this dangerous activity.
1. Unlawful street takeover event means an activity that is:
a. Unpermitted;
b. Preplanned or contemporaneously coordinated by two or more persons; and
c. Involves one or more persons demonstrating, exhibiting, or comparing the maneuverability or power of one or more motor vehicles in a curved direction, in a circular direction, or around corners, including but not limited to by breaking traction in a curved or circular direction or around corners.
2. A person commits the offense of an Unlawful Street Takeover if, in a public place or upon a highway, the person knowingly operates a motor vehicle while engaged in an unlawful street takeover event.
3.1. Highway means the entire width of a public right-of-way when any portion thereof is intended for motor vehicle movement or motor vehicle access to abutting property.
3.2. Public place means an area, whether publicly or privately owned, generally open to the public and includes, without limitation, the grounds surrounding buildings or dwellings, streets, sidewalks, bridges, tunnels, alleys, plazas, parks, driveways, and parking lots.
See the full ordinance here: https://www.portland.gov/code/14/a30/080
The Portland Police Bureau has updated its vehicle towing policy and now authorizes towing for drivers operating vehicles without valid driving privileges and lack of insurance, and to address street takeovers.
The Bureau recently substantially revised Directive 0630.60, Vehicle Dispositions. Most significantly, the revised directive has the following changes:
1) The directive authorizes towing for certain offenses, such as unlicensed drivers, suspended drivers, and lack of insurance.
2) The directive authorizes towing for violating new Portland City Code, 14A.30.080, Unlawful Street Takeover and Unlawful Staging of a Street Takeover Event.
3) The directive provides new guidance on responding to stolen vehicles reported at tow lots, temporary holds for VIN inspections, and abandoned vehicle towing.
The most noteworthy change to revised Directive 0630.60 is the newly authorized towing for certain offenses such as driving uninsured, suspended, without a license, or in a street takeover pursuant to a new Portland City Code provision, 14A.30.080. This change brings the Bureau in line with both neighboring law enforcement agency common practice and state law authorization for towing. Additionally, the change was supported in public comments and among internal subject matter experts and stakeholders within the Bureau, and will serve as an additional tool for the Bureau to increase traffic safety.
While the policy allows for tows in circumstances where they were not permitted before, the policy does not require them in most cases. The policy specifically encourages Police Bureau members to exercise discretion in impounding vehicles under circumstances that may create undue hardship or risk to the occupants. Such circumstances may include, but are not limited to: the presence of young children, elderly, or disabled persons; vehicles equipped for use by such persons; and vehicles used as homes.
Members of the public are encouraged, before driving on public roads, to verify that their driver's license is current and valid and that they have current proof of insurance.
PPB has previously released a video about this ordinance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrAt64cihw4
Every year, Portland Police officers respond to preventable collisions. These collisions can deeply impact those involved, their families and loved ones.
Future missions will be conducted as resources allow. These missions typically will not be preannounced, so participants are warned that they are risking arrest, towed vehicles, and traffic tickets if they take part in illegal street racing or takeovers. The goal of these missions is to deter people from engaging in these illegal and dangerous activities that are often related to crashes, shootings and other criminal activity.
Photo description: Vehicle towed during prior mission
Photo description: Man arrested during prior mission
Photo description: Gun seized during prior mission
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The suspect in this case was released from the hospital and transported to jail by Portland Police. Bernard A. Johnson, 44, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on a charge of Menacing, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, and an outstanding warrant.
###PPB###
***Original Messages Below***
The man making threats with weapons in the Old Town Neighborhood has been taken into custody.
On Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 3:02 p.m., Portland Police officers assigned to Central Precinct responded to a report of a man threatening community members with a machete and a hatchet in the 100 block of Northwest 5th Avenue. They learned that he had gone into an arcade, which was full with dozens of customers and employees. As officers arrived, the business management was doing a great job of evacuating everyone. Officers surrounded the building, isolating the man so they could slow the call down and deescalate the situation. The man was refusing to give up and communicated that he wanted officers shoot him. Officers could see he was still armed with a hatchet.
Due to the danger to the community, officers closed streets to vehicle, transit, and pedestrian traffic. The Incident Commander requested additional resources and SERT/CNT were activated.
The Crisis Negotiation Team was able to talk to the man from a distance, and worked to develop a rapport with him. Eventually they were able to get him to drop the weapons. CNT negotiators reported that the man appeared to be using drugs, and eventually began to lose consciousness. SERT officers moved up and safely took the man into custody at 4:39 p.m. No injuries were reported.
He remains in police custody and was transported to the hospital by ambulance for a medical evaluation. He will be identified at a later time.
The Portland Police Bureau is grateful to the community members who complied with police requests to evacuate the area during the street closure.
Photo description:
Machete with black handle and silver, partially serrated blade
Hatchet with silver blade, black and yellow handle
###PPB###
***Original Message Below***
The Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT) and the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) are responding to a report of an armed man making threats in the Old Town Neighborhood. The incident is taking place in the 100 block of Northwest 5th Avenue. Streets are closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic in a 1 block radius from Northwest 5th Avenue and Northwest Couch Street. Community members are asked to avoid the area for safety. Additional streets may be closed as necessary.
The PIO is responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.
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Two Portland Police officers suffered no injuries after their police vehicle was hit by another driver as they were responding to an emergency call.
On Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 7:11 p.m., two Portland Police officers assigned to East Precinct were driving, with lights and sirens activated, to an emergency call. They were eastbound on Northeast Glisan Street approaching the intersection with the I-205 off ramp. They were slowly clearing the intersection and traffic was yielding. A driver, who was approaching the intersection on the northbound I-205 off ramp, went around the cars yielding to the police and entered the intersection, crashing into the side of the police vehicle and causing it to roll over.
The officers did not report any injuries and were later transported by a police supervisor to a hospital for a precautionary evaluation. The driver of the other vehicle and a passenger declined medical treatment.
The Portland Police Traffic Division responded to the scene and investigated the crash. The intersection was closed during the investigation.
Photo descriptions:
Blue and white Portland Police SUV on its top, emergency lights still flashing
Grey pickup truck with heavy damage to front, airbags deployed
Front view of police vehicle on its top
Front view of damaged pickup
Rear view of police vehicle
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