City of Portland, OR
09/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/15/2025 12:36
PPB Foils Fencing Operation, Recovers Stolen Property
Press Release
The Portland Police Bureau, in collaboration with partners, foiled a fencing operation and recovered stolen property.
Published
September 15, 2025 10:32 am
In July 2025, the Neighborhood Response Team (NRT) assigned to the Portland Police Bureau's East Precinct became aware of a fencing operation impacting numerous retailers. After a thorough investigation, NRT obtained judicial approval to serve search warrants at a residence in the 13000 block of Southeast Powell Boulevard and a business in the 16000 block of Southeast Stark Street.
On Sunday, September 14, 2025, NRT, in collaboration with the Gresham Police Department, Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, and the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office, recovered an estimated $200,000 in stolen merchandise and seized an estimated $32,000 in cash.
The suspect, identified as Alawi Said, 57, of Portland, was taken into custody without incident. He was transported to the Multnomah County Detention Center and lodged on numerous charges including Organized Retail Theft, Aggravated Theft, and Unlawful Racketeering.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. No further information will be released at this time.
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