Following a reported armed robbery in Southeast Portland, an individual has been apprehended after a high-speed pursuit by local law enforcement. According to the Portland Police Bureau, on Thursday at approximately 1:45 p.m., a smoke shop was held up at gunpoint, prompting an urgent police response. No physical injuries have been reported in the wake of the incident.
The police were quick to act, securing a suspect description along with details of the getaway car. Roughly 45 minutes after the initial call, a suspect vehicle caught the attention of officers near Southeast 146th Avenue and Southeast Main Street. Attempts to carry out a traffic stop were thwarted as the suspect performed an elude, triggering a chase. In their pursuit, officers sought to bring the situation to a resolution swiftly and safely.
The chase came to a conclusion at Northeast 111th Avenue and Northeast Sandy Boulevard, where officers managed to incapacitate the suspect's vehicle. Two individuals were temporarily detained while officers confiscated a handgun believed to be linked to the crime. An image provided by the authorities showed a black semiautomatic handgun with its slide locked back and an attached extended magazine.
Subsequent investigations have been supported by the Portland Police Major Crimes Unit. The driver, identified as 18-year-old Harold J. Carter from Vancouver, Washington, has been charged with multiple felonies, including Robbery in the First Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Per a statement obtained by the Portland Police Bureau, the passenger was released without charges. The community has been urged to come forward with any additional information they may have about the case.
Officials remind the public that any tips can be sent to [email protected], referencing case number 25-345918.
