The Portland Police Bureau has disclosed the identity of the man who passed away in the Kenton neighborhood on June 27. The deceased has been identified as 52-year-old Damon Lamarr Johnson, a resident of Portland. Johnson's family has been notified following his untimely death. Police are still investigating the case, with the cause and manner of death expected to be determined by the medical examiner.
In light of the incident, the Bureau has emphasized its commitment to transparency, reassuring the public that body-worn camera footage will be released within 14 days along with a summary and timeline of events. "We understand the public's desire for information and it is important to us that we share what we can as quickly as possible," the Portland Police Bureau stated. They urge anyone with information that has not yet contacted police to come forward.
The ongoing investigations and the release of such footage are part of procedures ensuring due diligence is served in the judicial review process. "It is important to remember that this is still an active case, and there are legal processes, including a thorough review by the District Attorney, that must be followed to ensure fairness to everyone involved," the Bureau continued. The commitment of the Portland Police Bureau to both civil rights and life safety was reiterated in the statement, with an emphasis on the "sanctity of life and policing with respect."
If individuals have details pertaining to this event and have not already spoken to police, they are encouraged to reach out to either Detective Samantha Cater through her email at [email protected], or Detective Brent Christensen at [email protected], or by phone at 503-823-2087, referencing case number 25-170804.
