November 5, 2024
November 05, 2024 at 05:48PM
With polls closing nationwide, we’re closely monitoring activity in Portland to ensure safety, protect First Amendment rights, and safeguard vital infrastructure throughout the night.
November 05, 2024 at 06:35PM
Police officers are out and about, riding around downtown Portland. Officers will be doing highly visible patrols throughout the night to keep everyone safe. (A video was included with this post.)
November 05, 2024 at 07:43PM
Shout out to @ORStatePolice and @MultCoSO for their support tonight. We have Portland covered, and we are ready and able to respond to any disruption across the city. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 05, 2024 at 08:43PM
A reminder, days off have been canceled and @PortlandPolice has lots of officers working throughout our city in an effort to encourage safety and address any criminal activity. Expect to see officers around! (A photo was included with this post.)
November 05, 2024 at 10:06PM
We are aware of the possibility of a street takeover event tonight. These events are dangerous. We are prepared to respond.
November 05, 2024 at 11:03PM
We are aware of a street takeover in the area of North Lombard St. and North Chautauqua Blvd. Road users should stay clear of this area.
November 6, 2024
November 06, 2024 at 05:44PM
We are aware of a couple of planned events in Portland, and we are monitoring interest and activity. Our partners, @MultCoSO and @ORStatePolice are with us tonight, and we’re prepared to respond to any threats to community safety.
November 06, 2024 at 06:41PM
We respect the First Amendment right to assemble. Criminal behavior is not acceptable. If participants would like to talk with our Event Liaison Officers, they are near Pioneer Courthouse Square. You can find them wearing white uniform shirts. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 06, 2024 at 07:03PM
What are our goals for public events?
🔹 Protect free speech
🔹 Keep things safe and peaceful
🔹 Focus on calming things down
🔹 Prevent violence and damage
🔹 Follow-up and investigate
To learn more about how we approach these events, visit Public Order Information (A video was included with this post.)
November 06, 2024 at 07:32PM
The PPB Bike Squad is out in downtown Portland. Officers are doing visible patrols throughout the night to keep everyone safe. (A video was included with this post.)
November 06, 2024 at 09:51PM
We are aware of a march in downtown Portland. A reminder that those involved should stay on the sidewalks and not block intersections.
November 06, 2024 at 10:01PM
Several minibike riders are in custody after they were seen doing burnouts on the sidewalks near Pioneer Courthouse Square and riding recklessly through downtown. With the help of the Air Support Unit, officers located and arrested the riders at a nearby gas station. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 7, 2024
November 07, 2024 at 08:27PM
Portland Police Event Liaison officers are downtown talking to community members. You can also expect to see high profile bicycle and vehicle patrols tonight as we continue to promote safety for any demonstrations that may occur. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 07, 2024 at 10:27PM
Event Liaison officers on foot patrol downtown this evening. There are no gatherings happening. PPB supports everyone's 1st Amendment rights and we will work to prevent violence and damage. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 8, 2024
November 08, 2024 at 02:12PM
We are monitoring two events planned in downtown this afternoon. Our Event Liaison Officers are in the area and ready to talk with event organizers. ELOs will help support efforts to manage events so they remain peaceful and lawful. Look for our white shirts and reach out! (A photo was included with this post.)
November 08, 2024 at 04:44PM
Liaison Officers are available near a City Hall gathering to work with demonstrators who wish to interact with PPB. Goals for public events:
🔹Protect free speech
🔹Keep things safe and peaceful
🔹Focus on calming things down
🔹Prevent violence and damage
Public Order Information
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November 08, 2024 at 05:29PM
PPB bicycle officers are patrolling downtown promoting public safety and protecting free speech, while watching out for any criminal acts, including violence and damage. Our community may also see officers on foot, on motorcycles, and in SUVs. (A photo was included with this post.)
November 9, 2024
November 09, 2024 at 12:38PM
PPB is aware of multiple demonstrations in Southeast Portland today. We are monitoring these events and asking organizers to reach out to our Event Liaison Officers (wearing white shirts) in order to facilitate safe demonstrations.
November 09, 2024 at 12:56PM
PPB sound truck is advising a march in the street on SE Belmont: "Hey folks, this is the Portland Police Bureau. We want to remind you to stay out of the street and remain on the sidewalk. Thank you for your understanding and have a safe march."
November 09, 2024 at 01:10PM
This march has concluded.