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Two Arrested in Major Organized Retail Theft Case, Stolen Merchandise Recovered

Two people were arrested, and stolen merchandise recovered, in connection with an organized retail theft ring behind the theft of more $100,000 in merchandise from businesses in Portland and other jurisdictions.

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PPB Arrests Two in South Waterfront Neighborhood

The Portland Police Bureau arrested two people while monitoring protest activity in the South Waterfront Neighborhood.

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PPB Monitors South Waterfront for Criminal Activity

One person was arrested for DUII while PPB monitored the South Waterfront for criminal activity.

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PPB’s Visible Presence in South Waterfront Results in Numerous Arrests

The Portland Police Bureau provided a visible presence in the South Waterfront during demonstrations outside a federal building and four people were arrested.

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Portland Police Make Three Arrests for Criminal Activity Near ICE Building

Portland Police responded to protests near the ICE building in Portland with significant resources and made three arrests.

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Fatal Traffic Crash Investigation on Southeast Division Street – Major Crash Team Responding

The Major Crash Team is responding to the area of Southeast 119th Avenue and Southeast Division Street on a report head-on collision. One fatality is known at this time.

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Large-Scale March is Concluded, PPB Collaborates to Help Ensure Safety for All

A large-scale free speech gathering and march in downtown Portland proceeded safely thanks in part to collaboration between organizers, participants, and the Portland Police Bureau. No arrests were made.

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Portland Police Make Arrests for Criminal Activity Near ICE Building

On Thursday, June 12, 2025, the Portland Police Bureau (PPB) began monitoring a protest at the ICE Building, located in the South Portland Neighborhood. Police made 10 arrests for criminal acts.

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Traffic #ALERT: I-5 SB Closed for Fatal Crash Investigation

A fatal crash investigation involving a motorcyclist has I-5 southbound closed at North Columbia Boulevard.

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Man Arrested for Sexually Abusing Developmentally Delayed Girl, Additional Victims Sought

Following an intensive, 2-year-long investigation, a man has been arrested for raping, sodomizing, and sexually abusing a developmentally delayed girl, and detectives are concerned that there could be additional victims.

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$20,000 Reward for Information Remains in Place Eight Years After Homicide

Eight years after the homicide of Brian Spaulding, the Portland Police Bureau is asking for the public's help to solve the case.

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Protesters Place Flammable Material, Lit Flare Against ICE Building, Officers Arrest 3

Three people were arrested at a protest outside the ICE Facility in the South Portland Neighborhood after a lit flare was placed against the building.

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Missing Man Found Safe

A missing endangered man last seen in the Piedmont Neighborhood. William "Bill" Fregosi was located by Hillsboro Police Department. He has been safely reunited with family.

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Fatal Vehicle Crash On Hwy 30, Major Crash Team Responding

A fatal vehicle crash has occurred on Northwest St. Helens Road (Hwy 30) involving a Sport Utility Vehicle and a semi-trailer truck. The driver of the SUV was transported to an area hospital where she later died. Her passenger was also transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

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Street Takeover Mission Results in Towed Vehicles, Seizure of Drugs and Guns

Portland Police made arrests, towed vehicles, and seized guns and drugs during a street takeover suppression mission on Sunday.

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Portland Police Respond to Protest Activity and Safety Concerns near ICE Building

Over the weekend Portland Police responded to safety concerns and protest activity around the ICE facility in Portland. Some arrests were made for vandalism.

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Narcotics Unit Serves Warrant on Downtown Drug Dealers

The Portland Police Bureau’s Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit (NOC) served a search warrant at drug dealers' apartment in downtown Portland resulting in 2 arrests and the seizure of drugs, a gun, and body armor.

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UPDATE: Suspect Fired Shots and Pointed Gun at Police

The suspect who was injured in a deputy-involved shooting fired shots in the neighborhood and pointed a handgun at police.

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Gresham-Barlow Teacher Arrested by Portland Police Following Internet Sting by Bothell Police

A Portland resident who was employed as a high school teacher at the Gresham-Barlow School District has been arrested for sexual chats with a Bothell, Washington police detective posing as a 13-year-old girl.

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Pedestrian Killed in April Crash Identified

A pedestrian who died in April has been identified as Anthony Nez Jr., 25.

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