The streets of Downtown Portland witnessed a crucial breakthrough in a homicide case that had left the city on edge. Alexander J. Lewis, a 33-year-old man, was cuffed and stuffed by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force this past Tuesday.  Sources confirm Lewis is now behind bars, facing accusations over the killing of Aaron Beasley that occurred on March 17, according to Portland police Bureau.

The arrest took place in Gresham where Lewis was picked up without incident. He has since been booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center, with the charges stacked up against him including Murder in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Firearm, and being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm, as per the Portland police Bureau. It appears authorities had to consistently work to piece together evidence that would ultimately lead to Lewis's arrest, placing him at the scene of the crime with enough probable cause to haul him in. Beasley's demise had occurred in the vicinity of Downtown Portland, but investigators have yet to publicly share to extensively elaborate on the details linking Lewis to the fatal event.

The capture of Lewis brings a marginal solace to the Beasley family, who have been grappling with their loss for nearly two months. In a brief encounter, family members expressed a measure of relief upon hearing that the alleged perpetrator is now awaiting his day in court. The authorities made sure to notify Beasley’s kin promptly following the arrest.