City of Portland, OR

06/03/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/03/2026 10:00

UPDATE: Man Killed in Hazelwood Neighborhood Identified

Label: Press release
The man killed in the Hazelwood Neighborhood has been identified.
Published
June 2, 2026 5:10 am
Updated
June 3, 2026 8:54 am

The man killed in the Hazelwood Neighborhood on June 2, 2026, has been identified as Victor H. Leon, 43, of Portland. Leon's family has been notified of his death. They are requesting privacy at this time.

The Medical Examiner determined Leon died of homicide by gunshot wound.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the case is urged to Submit a Tip.

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***Original Message Below***

Homicide Investigation Underway in Hazelwood Neighborhood

On Monday, June 2, 2026, at 4:07 a.m., a Portland Police officer spotted an adult male laying on the ground at Southeast 122nd Avenue and Southeast Pine Street.

While attempting medical aid, medical personnel pronounced the male deceased with what appeared to be a gunshot wound.

Detectives with the Portland Police Homicide Unit are responding to investigate.

During the investigation, Southeast 122nd Avenue will be shut down between East Burnside Street and Southeast Ash Street.

More information will be released when appropriate.

If anyone has information about this incident and has not spoken to police, please contact [email protected]… and reference case number PP26-159439.

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