Portland Police News Releases Moving To A New Platform -05/21/25

The Portland Police Bureau is now sending news releases via a new platform and will look different in user e-mail boxes. Existing subscriber e-mail addresses to FlashAlert were automatically migrated over and should receive e-mails with a new format, but anyone who wants to sign up can do so.

To sign up to have PPB news releases sent to your e-mail, click here.

The only change in PPB communications channels is that we will no longer be sending news releases via FlashAlert. News releases will still be available on our website, our channel on X, and Portland Police on Threads.

Additional information about Portland Police is available by following us on our social media channels:

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On our website, users can search for content via keyword, and can filter by type (blog post, news article, newsletter, or public notice). You can also subscribe to the Talking Beat Podcast. Finally, users can remove themselves from the e-mail list at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any of our e-mails.

Find out more about the Strategic Communications Unit here.

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UPDATE: PPB Releases Second Photo Of Missing Endangered Woman (Photo) -05/20/25

The Portland Police Bureau is releasing a second photo of Joan Ivan in hopes that it will help in locating the missing endangered woman. In the photo, Joan is wearing glasses and detectives believe she was wearing the glasses when she left her residence.

Since Monday afternoon, there have been three possible sightings of Joan in the Cully and Old Town Neighborhoods. PPB would like to thank the community for phoning in those tips. In addition, PPB is renewing its plea to the community to remain vigilant and call 911 if they spot Joan. 

Anyone with information that is not time sensitive is asked to contact detectives at missing@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 25-130789.  

Photo description: Joan Ivan wearing glasses

Photo description: Joan Ivan’s DMV photo

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***Original Message Below***

The Portland Police Bureau is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing endangered woman.

On the morning of Monday, May 19, 2025, the Portland Police Bureau received a call about a missing woman identified as Joan Ivan. Officers determined the 81-year-old left her residence near Northeast Stanton Street and North Williams Avenue between 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16 and 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 19. Detectives are concerned about Joan because she has dementia.

Joan is described as a Caucasian female, 5’5” tall, and 110 lbs. While it is unclear what she is currently wearing, Joan was last seen in glasses, a long sleeve shirt, a Columbia rain jacket, and black and white leggings. Joan is known to frequent Dawson Park and the nearby New Seasons.   

Anyone who sees Joan is urged to call 911. Anyone with information that is not time sensitive is asked to contact detectives at missing@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 25-130789.

Photo description: Joan Ivan’s DMV photo

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PPB Hosts Police Memorial Ceremony; Adds Officer's Name To Memorial Wall (Photo) -05/20/25

The Portland Police Bureau held their annual Police Memorial Ceremony today, Tuesday, May 20, at 12:00 p.m. at the Portland Police Memorial, located in Waterfront Park. The memorial service included the Portland Police Honor Guard, music from the Portland Police Highland Guard, a 21-gun salute, and a water display from Portland Fire & Rescue. Mayor Keith Wilson, Chief Bob Day, Portland Police Association President Aaron Schmautz and Assistant Chief Amanda McMillan spoke at the ceremony.

This year a new officer’s name was added to the Portland Police Memorial: Patrolman Andrew James Laugeson, who was killed in the line of duty on May 12, 1917, after he was thrown to the pavement while trying to board a moving streetcar.

Patrolman Laugeson’s name was discovered when Portland Police Historical Society board members were researching historic news articles about Portland officers killed in the line of duty.  They discovered that Patrolman Laugeson was one of nine fallen officers recognized in the 1920s, but that his name was not included on memorial walls. Through their exhaustive research efforts, they were able to verify and document the way he died for submission and inclusion to local, state and national police memorial walls. Today, Chief Bob Day presented the Memorial Flag to the great-grandson of Patrolman Laugeson.

Since 1870, 30 Portland Police officers and two police canines have been killed in the line-of-duty in service to the City of Portland.
 

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Due to scheduling conflicts, the Portland Police Memorial Ceremony was held this week.
 

The Portland Police Memorial was built through the efforts of the Portland Police Historical Society and was dedicated during National Police Week in May 1993 by President George H.W. Bush. To learn more about the Portland Police Historical Society, visit:   https://www.portlandpolicemuseum.com/

Photo description1: Portland Police Chief Bob Day salutes presents the Memorial Flag

Photo description: The great-grandson of Patrolman Andrew Laugeson participates in adding the streamer with Honor Guard

Photo description: Honor Guard performing the 21-gun salute

Photo description: Portland Fire & Rescue Fire Boat display

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UPDATE: Motorcyclist Killed In Crash Identified -05/20/25

The motorcyclist killed in a crash on May 13, 2025, has been identified as David A. Dahlen, 55, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death.

Anyone with information about this crash, who has not spoken with police, is asked to contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attention Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 25-125041.

This is the ninth traffic-related fatality of 2025.

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***Original Message Below***

A motorcyclist is deceased following a crash in Southeast Portland.

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., East Precinct officers responded to the area of Southeast 80^th Avenue and Southeast Powell Boulevard on reports of a crash involving a motorcyclist and a van. When they arrived, officers located an adult male motorcyclist suffering from serious injuries. The individual was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The driver of the van stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

The Portland Police Bureau’s Major Crash Team is responding to investigate. Several blocks of Southeast Powell Boulevard will be closed to traffic during the investigation.  

Anyone with information about this crash is asked to contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attention Traffic Investigations Unit and reference case number 25-125041.

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UPDATE: Suspect In Old Town Homicide Arrested -05/19/25

The suspect in a homicide in Old Town has been arrested.

On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Central Precinct officers and Homicide detectives arrested 55-year-old Sean B. Gunton in connection to the shooting death of Froilan Ortiz. The victim’s family has been notified of the arrest. Gunton was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center and lodged on the following charges: Murder in the Second Degree, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Anyone with information about this case, who has not spoken with police, is asked to contact Detective Calvin Goldring at calvin.goldring@police.portlandoregon.gov , 503-823-0256; or Detective Eric McDaniel at eric.mcdaniel@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0833. Please reference case number 25-122918.

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***Original Messages Below***

The man killed in the homicide that occurred in Old Town on Sunday, May 11, 2025, is identified as Froilan Ortiz, 49, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death and they are requesting privacy at this time.

The Oregon State Medical Examiner determined that Ortiz died of homicide by gunshot wound. The investigation is continuing, and no further information is being released at this time.

Photo descriptions: Portrait of Ortiz in gray hat; Oritz poses with a red guitar

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*** Original Message Below***

A man died following a shooting on Northwest Naito Parkway in the Old Town Neighborhood, and the case is under investigation by the PPB Homicide Unit.

On Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 7:03 a.m., Portland Police Officers from Central Precinct responded to a report of shots fired at Northwest Naito Parkway near the Steel Bridge. When they arrived, they located a deceased person, believed to be an adult male, in the street.

The suspect or suspects left the scene, and no immediate arrests were made.

Portland Police Homicide Unit Detectives are responding to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, Northwest Naito Parkway is closed both directions between Northwest Everett Street and Northwest Ironside Terrace.

If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Calvin Goldring at calvin.goldring@police.portlandoregon.gov , 503-823-0256; or Detective Eric McDaniel at eric.mcdaniel@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0833. Please reference case number 25-122918.

The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.

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Human Trafficking Unit Continues Efforts To Address Crime In Northeast Portland (Photo) -05/17/25

During the last three months, the Portland Police Bureau continued directed patrol efforts along Northeast 82^nd Avenue and Northeast Sandy Boulevard in response to ongoing community complaints and observed nuisance and livability activity related to sex trafficking. These were collaborative efforts among the Human Trafficking Unit, East and North Precinct Priority Projects, Central Precinct, Detective Division, Special Resources Division, Victim Services Unit, Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, Multnomah County Parole & Probation, and Safety Compass.  

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

Brian Aldous, 46, Salem, OR       

Abdo Alzukhri, 42, Portland, OR

Agustin Baltazard-Diego , 18, Gresham, OR          

Jonathan Berry, 29, Vancouver, WA       

Isaac Cid Rodriguez, 33, Vancouver, WA

Mario Cotoc-Sop, 21, Portland, OR         

Logan Escalante-Fellows, 25, Vancouver, WA     

Taylor Feiereisel, 37, Beaverton, OR       

Abner Francisco-Juan, 19, Gresham, OR

Teklebrhan Gebrehiwot, 32, Happy Valley, OR   

Jeffrey D. Hall, 40, Portland, OR

Jorge Hernandez Ramirez, 27, Gresham, OR       

Abdikadir Hussein, 27, Portland, OR (Additional firearm related charges)

Christopher Jacobs, 48, Portland, OR      

Bradley Juhl, 35, Portland, OR   

Dustin Larriva, 44, Portland, OR

Melquiades Lopez Mendoza, 43, Gresham, OR (Additional controlled substance related charges)

Abelardo Lopez Ramirez, 28, Portland, OR           

Adrian Martinez Rosales, 23, Vancouver, WA     

Jolied Mendez Daza, 57, Happy Valley, OR          

Guillermo Ochoa-Hernandez, 62, Vancouver, WA            

Pranay Parvathi, 29, Portland, OR           

Jesus Perea, 37, Portland, OR (Additional firearm related charges)

Kevin Perez-Chavez, 21, Aloha, OR          

James Peterson, 71, Woodland, WA       

Collin Rin, 25, Portland, OR        

Tarekegn Sheko, 26, Portland, OR           

Alexander Tarton-Jutzuy, 25, Beaverton, OR       

Marco Vazquez Martinez, 23, Clackamas, OR      

Clifford Whitlow, 58, Dundee, OR           

During this timeframe, six vehicles were towed, and additional information was gathered related to other suspected buyers, suspected traffickers, and ongoing trafficking investigations. Twenty-six providers were contacted and offered services through Officers or advocates. HTU continues to utilize the partnership of PPB’s Victim Services Unit and Safety Compass for street level outreach for provider contacts.

Safety Compass is a non-profit organization that offers advocacy services to individuals under the age of 25 who identify as survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Approximately 25 providers were contacted and offered assistance or connection to resources.

 
HTU cases are complex with several identified barriers such as repeated traumatic exposures, trauma bonds with traffickers, and fear of retaliation. The survivors in these cases are often reluctant to come forward, make a report, and/or continue through the criminal justice process. HTU continues to offer trauma-informed, victim-centered services, in conjunction with PPB Victim Services Unit advocates and community-based partnerships like Safety Compass.
 
If you know or suspect someone is being trafficked, please call 911, PPB’s non-emergency line 503-823-3333, or the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888. Non-emergency Portland related tips can also be reported to: humantrafficking@police.portlandoregon.gov.  

Last May, the Portland Police Bureau offered an episode of the Talking Beat features a discussion on the Human Trafficking Unit in Portland, emphasizing collaborative efforts to combat juvenile sex trafficking, support victims, and hold offenders accountable while prioritizing a victim-centered approach. You can listen to the podcast here.

You can subscribe to The Talking Beat Podcast here.

And in 2023, PPB debuted a video on the problem and devastating impacts of sex trafficking. Watch it here.

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UPDATE: Female Involved In Morning Incident Identified -05/13/25

The Portland Police Bureau has identified and contacted the woman involved in Tuesday morning's incident. The initial investigation suggests that no crime was committed. 

PPB wants to thank the community, but is no longer asking for the public's assistance with this case.

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***Original Message Below***

The Portland Police Bureau needs the public’s help in locating a female and a van involved in a possible abduction.

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at approximately 10:45 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to the 800 block of Southeast 162^nd Avenue on reports of a possible abduction. Officers determined that just before 10:00 a.m., a white van pulled up next to a female who was walking down the street. A person exited the vehicle and approached the female before ushering her into the van and driving off. The vehicle was last seen at 10:01 a.m., driving northbound on Northeast 162^nd Avenue from Northeast Glisan Street.

The vehicle PPB is attempting to locate is a white van with a damaged front and rear bumper. It also has distinctive hubcaps and a broken back window that is taped over. The female was wearing a black or white shirt, a grey jacket, green pants, and a black backpack.

Anyone who spots this female or vehicle, or knows anything about this case, is urged to call 911 immediately and reference case number 25-124871.

Photo description: Van

Photo description: Van

Photo description: Female and van

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Shooting Involving Security Officer At Preschool In Southwest Portland; Children Safe -05/08/25

Portland Police Bureau is investigating a shooting involving a security officer at a preschool in Southwest Portland, and all children are safe.

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 11:50 a.m., Portland Police Officers from Central Precinct responded to a report of a shooting near a preschool in the 6600 block of Southwest Capitol Highway.

Officers arrived and found an adult male injured in a parking lot. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital by ambulance. The involved armed security officer, who is employed by the preschool, remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation. No suspects are being sought and there is no known ongoing danger to the community.

Initial investigation suggests the shooting did not take place on the school grounds. Parents/guardians are being notified and a plan is in place for them to pick up their kids.

The investigation has Southwest Vermont Street closed between Southwest Capitol Highway and Southwest 24^th Avenue.

The PIO is responding to the scene. Media staging is Southwest 24^th Avenue and Southwest Vermont Street.

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UPDATE: Individuals Arrested On PSU Campus Identified -05/06/25

The following individuals were arrested on the Portland State University campus Monday evening:

Levi M. Ewing, 27, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree

Emery R. Hall, 34, Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree, Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree

Chiara L. Jacob, 24, Harassment

Brian P. Michaelis, 20, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree

Garrett W. Redmond, 25, Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree

PPB would like to acknowledge and thank PSU, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, and other city bureaus for their collaboration during this event.

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***Original Message Below***

Five people were arrested during an event on the Portland State University campus.

On Monday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., personnel with PSU’s Campus Public Safety Office requested PPB’s assistance with crowd control outside the Smith Memorial Student Union where an event not affiliated with the university was taking place. Over the course of the next hour-and-a-half, PPB officers arrested five individuals for various crimes. Once these individuals are processed, their names and charges will be disseminated.

PPB would like to thank PSU, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, and other municipal bureaus for assistance with this event.

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UPDATE: Suspect Arrested For The Murder Of Joshua Manahan (Photo) -05/03/25

A suspect has been arrested related to the April murder of Joshua Manahan.

On Saturday, May 3, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., officers from the East Precinct located and arrested Rodney Marcus Arreguin, 42, of Portland. He was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Robbery in the First Degree.

Mr. Manahan’s family has been notified of the arrest.

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***Original Message Below***

The man killed in a shooting that occurred on April 27, 2025, has been identified as Joshua Manahan, 44, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but provided the attached photo for public release.

The Medical Examiner determined Manahan died of homicide by gunshot wound.

Photo description: Portrait of Joshua Manahan; Joshua poses with a dog

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***Original Message Below***

One person is deceased following a shooting in Downtown Portland.

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., Central Precinct officers responded to reports of a shooting near the intersection of South Harbor Drive and South Harrison Street in Downtown Portland. When they arrived, officers located an adult male who had been shot. The individual was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. The suspect or suspects fled the scene. 

On Monday, April 28, 2025, detectives learned the victim died. The Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit is now investigating this incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Brent Christensen at Brent.Christensen@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective Samantha Cater at Samantha.Cater@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 25-109370.

The identity of the victim will be released after the Medical Examiner has determined the cause and manner of death and next of kin has been notified.

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Driver Arrested Following Fatal Crash -05/01/25

After an investigation by members of the PPB Traffic Division, this case involving the death of a motorcyclist last October, was presented to a Multnomah County Grand Jury. On March 27, 2025, the Grand Jury indicted Stephen Pettefer, 41 for Manslaughter in the Second Degree, Assault 3, Assault 4, Reckless Driving and Recklessly Endangering Another Person.

On May 1, 2025, members of the United State Marshals Task Force arrested Pettefer in Downtown Portland. He was lodged in the Multnomah County Detention Center.

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***Original Message Below***

A motorcyclist has died after a crash in August in the Lloyd Neighborhood

On August 5, 2024, at 2:50 p.m., Portland Police Officers assigned to North Precinct responded to a crash near the intersection of Northeast Grand Avenue and Northeast Multnomah Street. When they arrived they found a crash involving two SUVs and a motorcyclist. The motorcyclist, identified as Aundrae Laroy Black, 68, was transported to a local hospital with significant injuries. The Medical Examiner has notified the Portland Police Bureau that Mr. Black died on October 22, 2024, at 10:45 a.m.

Information gathered at the scene concludes the crash occurred when a SUV, traveling east on Northeast Multnomah Street, collided with the motorcyclist going northbound on Northeast Grand Avenue. The SUV then collided with a second SUV that was also going northbound on Northeast Grand Avenue. Both drivers of the SUVs remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officers.

The investigation is continuing. If anyone has additional 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 24-196168.

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PPB Seeks Input On Directives (Photo) -05/01/25

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

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

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

• 0612.10, Death Messages
• 0640.10, Crime Scene Procedures

Second Universal Review link: https://www.portland.gov/police/2ur

• 0320.00, Portland Police Bureau Reporting of Potential Exculpatory or Impeachment Information

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

Photo description: Cover of Manual of Policy and Procedures

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Home Seized By Trespassers While Owner Away, PPB Serves Warrant And Recover Drugs, Gun, Stolen Property (Photo) -04/30/25

A home in the Parkrose Heights neighborhood has been cleared of squatters and suspects engaged in other criminal activity, leading to several arrests and seizure of drugs, guns, and stolen property.

On April 29, 2025, the Portland Police Bureau East Precinct Neighborhood Response Team (NRT), assisted by the Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT), the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), K9 Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or drone) Unit, and the North & Central Neighborhood Response Teams, executed a search warrant at a home in the 2200 block of Northeast 102nd Avenue. This residence had been a significant source of disruption in the neighborhood, generating a high volume of police calls over the past year and complaints from neighbors.  
 
An East Precinct patrol officer, in collaboration with the East NRT, initiated an investigation into the residence in an effort to resolve ongoing issues affecting the property and surrounding area. During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the homeowner was facing medical challenges and was no longer living at the location. 
 
While he was away, the home had been taken over by multiple individuals involved in criminal activity, including a drug dealer and an individual posing as a landlord who was illegally charging people to live on the property. With support from the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, an affidavit was prepared to support a search warrant, which was subsequently granted by a judge. 
 
Upon execution of the search warrant, 13 people were contacted, and 9 were arrested on various charges and outstanding warrants. The search resulted in the recovery of one illegally possessed firearm, 22 grams of methamphetamine, 13 grams of fentanyl, 1 gram of cocaine, $1,440 in seized currency, a recovered stolen motorcycle, a significant amount of ammunition, and evidence of identity theft, fraud, and narcotics distribution.  
 
Once the residence was cleared, it was secured. PPB is working with the property owner's family and care team to regain control of the residence and ensure the safety of the surrounding neighborhood. 

Arrested were:

Tyler Dean Roberts, 32, Burglary in the First Degree, Attempted Distribution of a Controlled Substance, Methamphetamine, Attempted Unlawful Manufacture/ Delivery of Drugs Schedule II,  
Unlawful Possession of Drugs Schedule II – Felony, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Methamphetamine - Felony - 10+ Grams Commercial.
 

Melissa Ann Sponsler, 44, Burglary in the First Degree

 
Michael Chene, 38, Warrant - Failure to Appear - Theft in the Second Degree/PCS - Clackamas County 
 

Charles Bernard Gainer, 32, Burglary in the First Degree, Identity Theft (14 counts) 
 

Erin Leeann Weber, 43, Warrant – Failure to Appear Theft in the Second Degree - Clackamas County, Warrant – Failure to Appear UUMV - Multnomah County. Upon being taken into custody, Weber claimed to have swallowed narcotics. As a result, officers were required to maintain observation for six hours, including accompanying Weber during an ambulance transport to the hospital, where she was medically evaluated and released. Prior to arrest, Weber was located hiding under a piece of particle board beneath a mattress inside a trailer for three hours. 
 

Rita Silonsochilt, 31, Warrant – Failure to Appear Larceny - Clackamas County 
 

Charles Christopher Kelly, 47, Burglary in the First Degree

Kethleen Lynn Conklin, 29, Warrant – Failure to Appear, Possession of a Controlled Substance II - Washington County 
 
Destinee Alexis Davidson, 27, Warrant – Failure to Appear Theft in the Second Degree- Marion County, Warrant – Failure to Appear Theft in the First Degree - Marion County, Warrant – Failure to Appear Attempt Assault in the Fourth Degree/Harassment - Clackamas County  

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Shooting Suspect Arrested By Tactical Team After Detectives’ Investigation (Photo) -04/30/25

*This version includes a new photograph link with sensitive information redacted. Newsrooms, please use this photo, not the one sent earlier*

A shooting suspect is in custody following a multi-day, intensive investigation by Detectives with the Enhanced Community Safety Team (ECST), and an arrest by the Special Emergency Reaction Team (SERT).

On Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:58 p.m., Portland Police Officers from East Precinct and the Focused Intervention Team (FIT), responded to a report of a shooting at Southeast 106^th Avenue and Southeast Stark Street. Officers found evidence of gunfire, including 16 ammunition casings, but no victims or suspects at the scene. A short time later, officers were notified that a man was dropped at a nearby hospital with gunshot wounds.

Officers obtained a description of a vehicle used by someone who dropped the victim at the hospital and an alert officer spotted that vehicle. The officer attempted to stop the driver, but he eluded at high speed. Due to the danger to the community and involved officers, they did not initiate a pursuit of the driver hoping he would slow down and stop recklessly driving on public streets. Unfortunately, he chose to continue driving recklessly and crashed his car at Northeast 122^nd Avenue and Northeast Glisan Street. The driver ran off into the neighborhood. Officers quickly set up a perimeter from East Burnside Street to Northeast Glisan Street, Northeast 122^nd Avenue to Northeast 127th Avenue. Officers notified residents of the area of the potential danger using the Public Alerts system, requesting that they shelter-in-place with doors and windows locked. Additional resources were summoned, including the Air Support Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or drone) Unit, K9 Unit, and on duty SERT members.  

Following a careful, methodical search, officers located the suspect hiding under a deck and he was arrested. The community was notified through Public Alerts that the shelter in place request was no longer in effect. ECST Detectives responded to the scene. The investigation revealed that the person arrested was not believed to be involved in the shooting. However, DeShawn R. Nichols, 30, of Portland, was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) on an outstanding arrest warrant and other charges related to eluding the police and causing danger to the public (Attempt to Elude Police By Vehicle, Attempt to Elude Police on Foot, Reckless Driving, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Failure to Perform the Duties of a Driver-Property Damage). A search of the car that Nichols was driving resulted in the location and seizure of a stolen gun.

The shooting victim, a 41-year-old male, had serious, potentially life-threatening injuries, and he was transported to a different hospital by ambulance for advanced trauma care. He is recovering at the hospital and expected to survive his injuries.

Witnesses provided helpful information to ECST investigators and evidence found led them to identify a suspect, Amir J. Christianson, 21, of Portland. In the evening of Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Detectives located Christianson and called in SERT (along with the Crisis Negotiation Team or CNT), who successfully arrested him.

A search warrant was served in the 2500 block of Northeast 15^th Avenue by Detectives who located two handguns (photo). They were seized as evidence and will be tested.

During the investigation of the shooting and the subsequent search warrants, Detectives found information about other crimes committed by Christianson against members of his family. He was booked into the MCDC on charges of Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree-Domestic Violence, Using a Child in Display of Sexually Explicit Conduct, and Encouraging Child Sexual Abuse in the Second Degree.

The investigation continues. If anyone has information about this case or crimes committed by Christianson, they’re asked to email crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: ECST and reference case number 25-105207.

In addition, information about this or any felony crime can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Oregon. Anyone wishing to submit a secure and anonymous tip regarding any unsolved felony crime should visit the Crime Stoppers of Oregon website or visit the App Store and download P3 Tips for your mobile device. Crime Stoppers of Oregon offers cash rewards of up to $2,500 cash for information, reported to Crime Stoppers, that leads to an arrest in any unsolved felony crime and tipsters remain anonymous.

Portland's community notification system is called PublicAlerts. Click this link to sign up. PublicAlerts sends information by text, email, and voice message about how to stay safe during an emergency.

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PPB Needs Public’s Help Locating Suspect In Possible Attempted Abduction -04/30/25

The Portland Police Bureau needs the public’s help in locating the suspect in a possible attempted abduction of a child in the Mt. Tabor Neighborhood.

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at approximately 10:00 a.m., officers responded to a suspicious person call in the area of Southeast 50^thAvenue and Southeast Harrison Street. When they arrived, a woman reported to officers that two hours earlier, while she gathered her belongings inside her residence, she noticed that her stroller with her child inside had vanished. The woman reportedly ran out to the street and noticed a man pushing the stroller and child away from her residence. The woman caught up to the man and told officers she punched him in the face before he fled without the uninjured child. Officers searched the area and were not able to locate the man. They were not able to locate any security cameras either.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male in his 50’s, approximately 6’ feet tall and 250 pounds. He was wearing a black beanie and a black medical type of mask. In addition, he was wearing a black zip-up sweatshirt and black jeans.

Anyone who knows this man, or knows anything about this case, is asked to contact Detective Billy Winters at William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov(503) 823-0466 and reference case number 25-110713.

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UPDATE: Suspects Connected To Non-Fatal Overdose Turn Themselves In -04/29/25

The suspects connected to a non-fatal overdose in 2023 have turned themselves in. 

On Monday, April 28, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., De’Lone Kelley and Samantha Smith walked into the jail lobby in the Justice Center and turned themselves in. 

The Portland Police Bureau would like to thank the community for assistance.

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***Original Message Below***

The Portland Police Bureau needs the public’s help in locating two individuals who are wanted in connection with a non-fatal fentanyl overdose involving their child. 

The incident occurred at the family's apartment in the 12000 block of Southeast Powell Court in June 2023. A three-year-old child suffered a non-fatal fentanyl overdose that resulted in a severe brain injury. The young boy is now five years old and under the guardianship of a DHS caretaker, and he requires 24-hour medical care.

Following a criminal investigation, the boy’s parents, De’Lone Kelley and Samantha Smith, pled guilty to Assault in the Third Degree and Criminal Mistreatment in the First Degree. The couple was supposed to turn themselves in earlier this month, but they have failed to do so, and their whereabouts are currently unknown.

The Portland Police Bureau is seeking the public's help in locating Kelley and Smith. Anyone with information regarding their location is urged to contact Detective Michael Jones at michael.jones@police.portlandoregon.gov and reference case number 23-166659.

Photo description: De’Lone Kelley

Photo description: Samantha Smith

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UPDATE: Missing Man Located(Photo) -04/27/25

Richard Cheung has been found safe and is now home. PPB would like to thank the community for their help.

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***Original Message Below***

The Portland Police Bureau is seeking information about a missing man last seen in the Richmond Neighborhood.

Richard Cheung left his home in the 1800 block of Southeast Ladd Avenue at about 3:00 p.m. and was last seen around 7:48 p.m. in the 3200 block of Southeast Kelly Street after having contact with Portland Street Response, where he declined their services. Richard initially left his residence to search for cans and uses a dark blue baby stroller to transport them with. Richard usually searches for cans in the alleyways of Ladd’s Addition.

Richard Cheung is a 90-year-old Asian male, 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 100 lbs. Richard was last seen wearing multiple layers of jackets, but the colors are unknown. Richard had a stroke several years ago and is partially paralyzed on the right side. He takes some medications but is otherwise healthy.  Richard does not have memory or cognitive issues. He speaks Cantonese and his English is limited.  A DMV photo of Richard has been provided but he appears thinner now.

PPB efforts to locate Richard have so far been unsuccessful. If anyone sees Richard, please call 911. If anyone has non-time-sensitive information about him, please contact the Portland Police Missing Persons Unit by e-mail missing@police.portlandoregon.gov.
 

Photo: DMV Photo of Richard Cheung

Photo: Baby stroller similar to Richard’s

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Death Investigation In Eliot Neighborhood -04/27/25

On Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 7:04 a.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to a call of a body found near the intersection of Flint Avenue and North Tillamook Street, on a grassy area next to Interstate 5. Police arrived at the location and found a person who was deceased.

Portland Police Bureau detectives responded to the scene to investigate. If anyone has information about this incident, they are asked to please contact Detective Ryan Foote at ryan.foote@police.portlandoregon.gov, (503) 823-0781 or Detective Matt Brown at matthew.brown@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0859. Please reference case number 25-108644.

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.

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Man Dies From Assault That Occurred In March -04/23/25

On March 27, 2025, Officers responded to an assault that occurred at a care facility located in the 5300 Block of NE Prescott.  Officers arrested Reynaldo Silva, 66; Silva was later indicted for Assault II by a Multnomah County Grand Jury. 

On April 10, 2025, the victim of the assault, Galen Pixler, 68, died and the medical examiner ruled his death a homicide due to delayed complications from the assault. Additional charges may now be sought in this case.

Anyone with information about this case, who has not yet spoken with investigators, is asked to contact Detective Eric McDaniel at eric.mcdaniel@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0833 or Detective Sterling Farrar at (503) 823-0710 or Sterling.Farrar@police.portlandoregon.gov  

The family of Galen Pixler has been notified of his death and is requesting privacy at this time.

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Multi-Agency Fentanyl Enforcement Operation Results In Arrests, Drug And Cash Seizures (Photo) -04/22/25

A multi-agency fentanyl enforcement operation resulted in dozens of arrests, as well as the seizure of drugs, firearms, and cash.

In a coordinated effort to protect the public from the deadly impact of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB), in collaboration with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program, conducted a series of drug enforcement missions in the month of February. These missions, a result of fentanyl and other drugs flooding the region due to Honduran drug trafficking organizations working with the Sinaloa Cartel, led to dozens of arrests and the seizure of substantial amounts of fentanyl powder and pills, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin. Firearms and cash were seized, as well.

Driven by a shared commitment to community safety, these joint missions resulted in:

•             46 arrests

•             20 firearms seized

•             $204,007 in cash seized

•             44 pounds of fentanyl powder seized

•             2,507 fentanyl pills seized

•             22 pounds of methamphetamine seized

•             9 pounds of cocaine seized

•             2 pounds of heroin seized

“Fentanyl has no place in our city. Our partnership with local, state, and federal agencies makes our collective response stronger,” Portland Police Chief Bob Day said. “This operation was a success, but it is only one step in a larger, sustained effort to keep Portland safe.”

“I am proud of the work by our deputies. Law enforcement has an important role in combatting fentanyl, and the violence and crime it brings with it,” Multnomah County Sheriff Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell said. “The success of these operations proves the strength of our partnerships and our shared commitment to keeping our community safe.”

"This has been a priority of my office from day one. And I'm glad to see that we're making progress,” Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez added. “We have more work to do but we remain dedicated to this effort.”

"We echo our partner's sentiments about collaboration - partnerships have always been central to the FBI's success," said FBI Portland Special Agent in Charge Doug Olson. "Coming together on a major disruption like this benefits our community and is the most effective way for law enforcement to combat the fentanyl epidemic. We look forward to working with our partners to continue these efforts."

"Fentanyl, as we all know, is an incredibly addictive, destructive, and deadly drug that's absolutely devastating our communities," said Scott Kerin, Assistant U.S. Attorney in the District of Oregon.

“Fentanyl traffickers prey on our communities by peddling potentially lethal drugs,” said David F. Reames, Special Agent in Charge, DEA Seattle Field Division. “The fentanyl seized by our team in this case could have yielded over 1.5 million lethal doses – enough to kill everyone in Portland twice.  I am proud that the DEA could help our partners bring this surge to a successful conclusion, saving lives here in Portland and throughout Oregon.”

PPB would like to thank its partners for their commitment to public safety and public health, including HIDTA. 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 approaches. 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 description: K9 and drugs seized      

Photo description: Drugs seized

Photo description: Drugs seized

Photo description: Drugs seized

Photo description: Firearm seized

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Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle, Major Crash Team Investigating -04/21/25

On Monday, April 21, 2025, at 10:19 p.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to reports of a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in the 3100 block of North Going Street. Officers arrived to find that the pedestrian died at the scene. The driver of the involved vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

The Portland Police Bureau Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, the area around North Going Street, North Basin Avenue, North Lagoon Avenue, and North Channel Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic.

If anyone has information about the incident, please contact crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov, attention Traffic Investigations Unit, and reference case number 25-103320.

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