The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) is seeking the public's help in an ongoing investigation after a pedestrian was fatally struck in a hit-and-run incident earlier this week. The victim, 63-year-old Brian G. Stone, was hit on December 20. His family has been notified of the tragic event. PPB has a possible lead on the vehicle, believed to be a light-colored 1990s Subaru wagon with likely damage to the driver's side headlight, as mentioned on the City of Portland website.
In their effort to gather more information, investigators have turned to the community in the area where the crime occurred. They are particularly focused on Southeast 122nd Avenue, between East Burnside Street and Southeast Foster Road, where the fatal hit-and-run took place. Residents and business owners in this area are being asked to upload any video footage from security or doorbell cameras that may have captured the incident or the vehicle in question. This includes footage from the timeframe of 12:05 a.m. to 12:20 a.m., according to the city's official website.
Residents are not required to review their video, look for anything specific, or verify that it captured any activity, the PPB stated, asking for the raw footage to be uploaded without any alteration or enhancement. An online link and QR code have been provided for the convenience of uploading this crucial evidence directly to the investigators.
The PPB emphasizes that there is no need for follow-ups once the footage is submitted. However, investigators may reach out if they require further information. It is recommended that the video be in a standard file format, so it does not necessitate a proprietary player. Please ensure the footage is in a standard file format and does not require a proprietary player, the bureau specifies, to facilitate the analysis of the collected evidence.
Anyone with information that has not yet been shared with law enforcement is encouraged to email tips to [email protected], with the reference to case number 25-347430. The provided tip line is a crucial point of contact for those who may know more about the circumstances surrounding Brian G. Stone's death or the suspect involved in the hit-and-run.
