On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) was monitoring a protest in the area when, at 9:50 p.m., a man was seen stacking flammable material against the ICE building. Another man walked up and placed a lit flare on the material, starting a fire. The fire was extinguished by someone in the federal facility before it caused any significant damage.
At 10:44 p.m., Officers moved in and arrested the two reckless burning suspects. During the arrest, another suspect punched and tried to choke a police officer. She was arrested as well. The officer was not seriously hurt.
A pole had been placed against the main lobby entrance to the building. Due to the potential life safety issue caused by the blockage, officers moved the pole.
As soon as the criminal suspects were transported away, the officers left the scene. No further criminal activity was observed.
Arrested were:
Trenton E. Barker, 34, of Portland, Reckless Burning
Austin J. Deever, 25, of Portland, Reckless Burning and Criminal Trespass in the Second Degree
Geovanna Carrasco, 27, of Portland, Assaulting a Public Safety Officer (2 counts)
They were booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center.
The arrests were strictly focused on criminal actions, and not constitutionally protected free speech. The Portland Police Bureau does not engage in immigration enforcement as outlined in PPB Directive 810.10. Earlier this year, Chief Day released a letter to the community and FAQ regarding immigration. It can be found here.
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