Detectives with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office arrested 37-year-old James Lowry on Wednesday, accusing him of sexually assaulting a child. Authorities say Lowry was taken into custody at the sheriff’s operation center in Troutdale. Investigators report that the alleged abuse began in 2025 and continued into 2026, and they say they are worried there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s tip line at 503-988-0560 or email the agency’s crime tip inbox.
In a news release, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office said detectives arrested Lowry at the Troutdale Sheriff’s Operation Center at 234 Southwest Kendall Court on April 15, 2026. According to the release, Lowry lives across the street from Troutdale Elementary, although the minor identified in this case does not attend that school. Because of the seriousness of the allegations and his proximity to children, detectives authorized release of his booking photo in an effort to generate leads.
Local reporting from KATU backed up the sheriff’s account and published the agency photo. The station’s story repeated the request that anyone with information contact the sheriff’s tip line or the department’s crime tip inbox. KATU ran its piece on April 16, 2026 and credited the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office for the image released with the report.
Nearby School, Rising Community Worry
Troutdale Elementary, which serves kindergarten through fifth grade students, lists its address as 648 SE Harlow Avenue on the Reynolds School District site. The sheriff’s release noted that Lowry’s residence is across the street from the campus, but also repeated that the child in this investigation is not enrolled there. Detectives said they approved the release of his booking photo specifically to move the investigation forward and encourage tips from the public.
What Happens Next
The sheriff’s office described the investigation as preliminary and cautioned that details could change as detectives follow up on leads and review tips. Officials emphasized that the charges are allegations and that the arrested person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Detectives said they intend to continue their investigation and urged anyone with information to use official reporting channels, rather than posting details on social media.
Support And Reporting
Anyone affected by this case, or who needs immediate assistance, can contact local victim-support organizations, including Call to Safety or the Multnomah County Victim Assistance program. The Portland Police Bureau Victim Services page lists crisis lines and advocacy groups that offer confidential help and referrals.
