An early-morning shooting in southeast Portland sent a man to the hospital Saturday, and police are now searching for whoever pulled the trigger. Officers found evidence of gunfire at the scene, and the victim, a man, was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. He is now listed in stable condition as the investigation continues.
According to KOIN, Portland police responded at about 6:03 a.m. to a report of shots fired at the intersection of SE Grand Avenue and SE Washington Street. Officers discovered evidence of gunfire and investigators say the male victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. Detectives are canvassing the area and following leads as they search for suspects, and KOIN reports that officers have not made any arrests so far.
Where this happened
The shooting unfolded near the Central Eastside corridor, a stretch of mixed commercial and residential blocks that sees heavy morning traffic. Local reporting has noted that while some months show declines, shootings still occur across Portland neighborhoods and routinely draw concentrated police responses. Coverage of recent incidents highlights how spikes and dips in gunfire can vary block by block.
Police ask for tips
The Portland Police Bureau is urging anyone who saw the incident or has phone video to contact detectives, and to dial 911 in an emergency. For non-emergency information and contact options, the bureau points people to the Portland Police Bureau website. Investigators say preserving any footage and noting exact times can help detectives as they piece together what happened.
Investigation underway
Detectives are reviewing the scene, canvassing for witnesses and working to collect surveillance footage from nearby businesses, KOIN reports. No arrests have been announced, and investigators are asking the public for any information that could help identify suspects. Police say they will provide updates as new details are confirmed.
