UPDATE: Suspect in Fatal Stabbing Booked for Murder

Portland Police Homicide Unit Detectives booked Patrick Nshizirungu, 32, of Portland, into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

The victim's name will be released after his identity is confirmed by the medical examiner and next of kin have been notified.

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***Original Message Below***

Police Locate and Detain Suspect Following Deadly Stabbing in the Hazelwood Neighborhood

Portland Police Officers located and detained a suspect following a fatal stabbing in the Hazelwood Neighborhood. On Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 2:19 a.m. Portland Police Officers assigned to East Precinct responded to a report of a stabbing in the 10200 block of Southeast Pine Street. When officers arrived, they located a victim in a parking lot and they administered trauma first aid. Emergency Medical Services arrived and paramedics transported the victim to the hospital by ambulance for treatment.

Meanwhile other officers were searching the area located a suspect near East Burnside Street and Southeast 102^nd Avenue and detained him at approximately 2:48 a.m.

No additional suspects are currently being sought.

Despite lifesaving efforts, the victim died at the hospital.

Portland Police Homicide Unit Detectives responded to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, the area around Southeast 102^nd Avenue and Southeast Pine Street is closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

If anyone has information about this case, please e-mail [email protected] and reference case number 26-245245.

Additional information will be released when appropriate.

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