URGENT UPDATE: A woman was discovered dead in a parked car in Northwest Portland on Saturday, October 28, 2023, in what authorities believe to be a shooting incident. The grim discovery was made shortly after 5 p.m. on Kearney Street, between 22nd and 23rd avenues, prompting a swift response from homicide detectives.
Police were initially called to conduct a welfare check on the woman, but upon arrival, they found her lifeless in the vehicle. As of now, no arrests have been made, and police have not released any further information about the victim or the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The investigation has led to the closure of Kearney Street between 21st Avenue and 23rd Avenue, causing significant traffic disruptions in the area. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this case to reach out to them at [email protected] or call 503-823-0479, referencing case number 25-280342.
If confirmed as a homicide, this tragic event would mark the 35th homicide in Portland this year, a stark contrast to 63 homicides recorded by this time last year, highlighting a concerning trend in public safety.
As police continue their investigation, the community is left to grapple with the implications of this latest violence. Stay tuned for further developments as more information becomes available.
