City of Portland, OR
08/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/12/2026 16:09
Shelter in Place Alert Sent in Northwest District Neighborhood
Label: Press release
A shelter in place alert is being issued for residents near Northwest 18th Avenue and Northwest Overton Street after an armed suspect ran from officers and is believed to be hiding in the area.
Published
August 12, 2026 3:05 pm
The suspect was seen armed with a knife while eluding police on foot (case number 26-235171). Officers are asking anyone inside the police perimeter of Northwest Overton Street to Northwest Northrup Street, Northwest 18th Avenue to Northwest 19th Avenue, to stay inside with doors and windows locked. Numerous officers are in the area and using police resources such as K9 units and drones.
More information will be released when appropriate.
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