URGENT UPDATE: Two individuals were shot by federal agents in Portland, Oregon, shortly before 2:30 PM local time on Thursday. Local police confirmed the incident, stating that the victims—a man and a woman—sustained apparent gunshot wounds and were quickly transported to a hospital. Their current conditions remain unknown.
According to the Portland Police Department, officers were responding to a call for help when they discovered the victims. “Officers confirmed that federal agents had been involved in a shooting,” the department stated, clarifying that Portland Police were not involved in the incident. Sources indicate that the agents involved are with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, rather than Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
As the situation unfolds, police officers immediately applied a tourniquet to the victims before summoning emergency medical personnel. The FBI is currently responding to the scene to investigate further.
In light of the recent shooting, Portland Police Chief Bob Day addressed the community, urging calm amid heightened emotions following another officer-involved shooting incident in Minneapolis. “We understand the heightened emotion and tension many are feeling, but I am asking the community to remain calm as we work to learn more,” Day emphasized in a statement.
This is a developing story. Authorities continue to gather information, and updates will be provided as they become available. Please stay tuned for further details.
