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PPB Disrupts Spontaneous Illegal Street Takeover

PPB disrupted a large illegal street racing gathering over the weekend.

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UPDATE #2: Suspect Indicted for Murder of Shiloh Thanos-Young

A suspect, who is already in custody on other crimes, has been indicted for the September 2025 murder of Shiloh Thanos-Young in the Northwest Portland.

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IDME - Help Solve Armed Robbery Case

The Portland Police Bureau is asking for the public's help identifying three suspects in an armed robbery investigation.

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Missing Teen Located Deceased from Suspected Drug Overdose

An investigation is underway after a teen was located deceased from a suspected drug overdose.

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PPB Human Trafficking Unit Safely Recovers 6 Juveniles Being Sex Trafficked

The Portland Police Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) and East Precinct Officers safely recovered a shocking six teenage girls being sex trafficked on the 82nd Avenue corridor, helping them with support and care to get away from their traffickers.

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Portland Firefighter Arrested Following Child Luring Investigation

A Portland Fire Lieutenant was arrested today following a child luring investigation.

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UPDATE: Victim Killed in Downtown Portland Shooting Identified

The man who died following a shooting in Downtown Portland Tuesday night has been identified as Malachi Bussey, 25, of Portland.

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PPB Needs Public's Help Identifying Suspect in Assault Case

The Portland Police Bureau is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the suspect in a 2026 assault case.

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UPDATE: Man Killed in Goose Hollow Incident Identified

The man killed in the incident in the Goose Hollow Neighborhood has been identified.

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Two Injured Following a Shooting in the Cully Neighborhood

Two people were injured following a shooting in the Cully Neighborhood. Homicide Detectives are responding to the scene.

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Peaceful May Day March Followed by Criminal Activity and Arrests in South Waterfront

The Portland Police Bureau monitored protest activity in the South Waterfront and made five arrests.

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New PPB Podcast Episode Highlights Efforts to Combat Online Child Exploitation and Sextortion

The latest episode of the Talking Beat podcast, produced by the Portland Police Bureau, focuses on the growing threat of online child exploitation, including a rapidly increasing crime known as sextortion.

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Jantzen Beach Retail Theft Mission Results in Arrests, Recovery of Stolen Merchandise and a Firearm

Officers conducted a retail theft mission last week, making 11 arrests and seizing an illegal firearm.

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Delayed Fatality Hit and Run Crash Involving Pedestrian

A man died 11 days after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in the King Neighborhood, and the case is under investigation.

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UPDATE: Motorcyclist Killed in April 1st Crash Identified

The motorcyclist who died following a collision on April 1 is being identified.

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UPDATE: Pedestrian Killed in Wilkes Neighborhood Hit-and-Run Crash Identified

The pedestrian killed in a hit-and-run crash in the Wilkes Neighborhood on April 16, 2026 is identified as David W. Meador, 63.

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Firefighter Linked to Online Child Exploitation Investigation

A Portland firefighter was booked into jail following a months-long criminal investigation.

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#UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Connection to Recovery Center Fire

The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) has arrested a suspect in connection to a third-alarm fire at the future site of a recovery center.

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Portland Police Debuts Video Honoring the Women of PPB

Today, the Portland Police Bureau is pleased to debut a special video honoring the history and legacy of women who have pioneered the diversity of who we are today, and the members who are carrying forward that legacy into the future.

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PPB, PBOT Encourage Motorcycle Safety as Warmer Weather Arrives

The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) and Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) are reminding all road users to prioritize safety and awareness

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