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Over 30 speed & intersection cameras operating across Portland’s High Crash Network, issuing 69,000 citations since Nov., with more cameras coming soon

Placed at locations with a history of serious and deadly crashes, the cameras support Portland's Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries on Portland streets.

June 9, 2026 12:43 pm Press release

Homicide Investigation Underway in Glenfair Neighborhood

One person is deceased following a shooting in the Glenfair Neighborhood.

June 8, 2026 3:37 pm Press release

Pedestrian Dies Following Crash in Lents Neighborhood

A pedestrian has died following a crash in the Lents Neighborhood.

June 8, 2026 1:20 pm Press release

UPDATE: Driver Killed in Crash Identified

The driver killed in a crash has been identified.

Updated June 8, 2026 11:15 am Press release

UPDATE: Victim from May 22 Assault Dies, Suspect Now Facing Murder Charge

The victim who was critically injured in an assault on May 22 has died from her injuries, and the suspect is now indicted for murder and other charges.

Updated June 6, 2026 10:07 am Press release

UPDATE #3: Suspect Involved in Hazelwood Neighborhood Tactical Incident Booked into Jail

The suspect involved in Friday's Hazelwood Neighborhood tactical incident has been booked into jail and he is being identified.

Updated June 6, 2026 9:09 am Press release

PPB Participates in Effort to Advance Dialogue-Based Public Order Policing

The Portland Police Bureau has participated in an effort to advance dialogue-based public order policing.

Updated June 4, 2026 8:43 am Press release

Portland Police Bureau Seeks Input on Directives

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.

June 3, 2026 2:27 pm Press release

UPDATE: Man Killed in Hazelwood Neighborhood Identified

The man killed in the Hazelwood Neighborhood has been identified.

Updated June 3, 2026 8:54 am Press release

UPDATE: Missing Endangered Man Located Safe

A missing endangered man has been located safe.

Updated June 2, 2026 8:40 am Press release

Multi-Agency Retail Theft Mission Yields Positive Results

A multi-agency retail theft mission resulted in numerous arrests and the recovery of stolen merchandise.

June 1, 2026 12:46 pm Press release

Suspect Arrested After Stealing Truck, Damaging Vehicles

A suspect is in custody after stealing a truck and ramming multiple vehicles while eluding police.

June 1, 2026 11:00 am Press release

Three Months of Human Trafficking Missions Result in Numerous Arrests

Throughout the months of March, April and May, the Portland Police Bureau continued directed patrol efforts along Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Sandy Boulevard in response to ongoing community complaints and observed sex trafficking activity.

May 30, 2026 3:39 pm Press release

UPDATE: Driver Arrested for Hit-and-Run Following Buckman Neighborhood Crash

The driver involved in this morning's serious injury crash in the Buckman Neighborhood has been arrested for hit-and-run.

Updated May 28, 2026 1:14 pm Press release

UPDATE: Man Killed in Crash Identified

The man killed in a crash has been identified.

Updated May 28, 2026 8:45 am Press release

UPDATE: IDME - Armed Robbery Case, No Further Tips Needed

Update: The investigation into this case is progressing, and Detectives are no longer requesting public assistance. PPB is grateful for the information provided by the public.

Updated May 27, 2026 3:17 pm Press release