All articles tagged with #portland police bureau
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KATU
Janette Becraft, 85, has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting in Portland's Lents Neighborhood. The suspect is in custody, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by OregonLive
A man died after being hit by two cars in North Portland at the intersection of Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Gertz Road. Both drivers stayed at the scene and cooperated with police.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
A man was shot and killed at a bar in Portland's St. Johns neighborhood, with no arrests made and no suspect information provided at this time. The incident prompted the closure of North Lombard Street for investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
An Oregon woman, Analiesa Golde, is wanted by the Portland Police Bureau for the killing of her husband, Phillip E. Pierce, who was found dead from a gunshot wound. Golde is considered armed and dangerous, and her whereabouts are currently unknown. Authorities have identified her as the suspect and urge anyone who spots her to call 911 immediately.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KATU
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a driver in Gresham, Oregon, early Monday morning, prompting the closure of the intersection of NE Burnside Rd and N. Main Avenue for investigation by the Portland Police Bureau.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KOIN.com
The Portland Police Bureau, in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, conducted a stolen vehicle operation resulting in multiple arrests, recovery of stolen vehicles, and the seizure of an illegally possessed firearm. The operation led to the recovery of 11 stolen vehicles, 10 arrests, and the issuance of 10 active warrants. One suspect was found in illegal possession of a loaded handgun, while another was involved in a vehicle pursuit and subsequently arrested on multiple charges. Despite a 25% reduction in reported stolen vehicles compared to the previous year, the PPB plans to continue these operations in the future.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
The Portland Police Bureau has announced that they will be loosening their restrictions on officers starting car chases, citing an increase in people fleeing from traffic stops and driving dangerously. The new policy creates a new set of factors and safety standards for supervisors to consider before authorizing a chase. The change comes after previous policy restrictions were seen as impeding officers' ability to quickly intervene and end dangerous driving behavior.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
A three-year-old girl was found safe after a man stole a car with her inside in northeast Portland. The child's father alerted the police, but the suspect drove away. Shortly after, the girl was spotted walking down the street, and she has since been reunited with her parents. Authorities are seeking information about the stolen vehicle, a dark blue 2017 Subaru Outback with Oregon license plate 639JVQ.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
The Roseland Theater in Portland canceled a concert by Celtic punk band Flogging Molly due to a credible threat of violence. The venue received a phone call about a social media post claiming that a shooting would take place at the theater, although no such post could be found. The threat was specific to the Tuesday show and not an ongoing threat to the theater.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
The Portland Police Bureau has identified the 19-year-old woman who was killed in a shooting in the Pearl District as Rylee Hatlen. Officers responded to the scene early Sunday and found Hatlen with a gunshot wound. Despite immediate care, she died at the scene. The cause of death has been determined to be homicide by gunshot. Homicide detectives are investigating the incident and anyone with information is urged to contact the police.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
A person sustained life-threatening injuries after their car drove off the Sellwood Bridge in Portland, Oregon, and landed on the street below. The car was traveling west on the bridge, attempted to turn north on Macadam Avenue, hit a raised island, rolled over a wall, and fell onto the road. The police are investigating speed and alcohol as potential factors in the accident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
One man was injured and another man was arrested after shots were fired between two vehicles in southeast Portland. The incident occurred on Southeast 115th Avenue, and the victim, a man in his 60s, was found with a gunshot wound on Southeast Stark Street. The suspect, identified as Kelvin O. Malone, was apprehended at an apartment near Northeast 159 Avenue and Northeast Sandy Boulevard. Malone faces charges of attempted murder, assault, and unlawful use of a weapon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
The Portland Police Bureau has identified Brandon Lee Allen, 33, as the victim of a fatal shooting in the Centennial neighborhood. The shooting occurred on Sunday afternoon, and no suspects have been arrested. Allen's death marks the 46th homicide in Portland this year, which is on par with the same time last year when the city experienced a record-breaking number of homicides. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
A man was found shot to death in the St. Johns neighborhood of North Portland, according to the Portland Police Bureau. The incident occurred on Sunday night, and officers discovered the victim on North Fessenden Street.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by OregonLive
The victim of a fatal shooting in the Lloyd District on Friday night has been identified as 24-year-old Marlan Johnson. Police responded to a report of a shooting near the intersection of Northeast 6th Avenue and Holladay Street, where they found Johnson. No arrests have been made at this time, and an investigation is ongoing. Residents say Johnson’s death is the latest in a string of violent incidents in the area.