Gresham Police investigate two shots calls

Gresham Police officers responded to two reports of gunfire on the evening of Monday, January 26. One incident was a confirmed shooting. The second was a report of gunfire heard in the area.

Case #26-3925

At about 6:30 pm, officers were flagged down in the 18500 block of SE Yamhill Circle by a person who reported gunfire in the area. Officers located evidence of a shooting including damage to a vehicle. The suspect/s fled before officers arrived. The investigation is ongoing.

Case #26-3957

At about 11:00 pm, officers responded to a report of a single gunshot heard near the entrance to an apartment complex in the 100 block of SE 188th Avenue. Witnesses reported juvenile males running through the area.

Officers contacted four teens, ages 14 to 16. A fifth juvenile fled and was not located. The teens told officers they heard a gunshot and ran because they feared for their safety.

Violence prevention efforts

Gresham Police take all reports of gunfire seriously and continue to investigate each incident thoroughly. Patrol officers, detectives, and the Ceasefire team remain focused on preventing shootings and holding offenders accountable.

These efforts include Gresham's Ceasefire initiative, a collaborative strategy involving law enforcement, community organizations, and public health partners to reduce gun violence through targeted intervention and prevention.

"Every shots call matters," said Captain Don Livingston, who leads the Ceasefire program's bi-weekly shooting review and coordination meetings. "Our officers respond, our officers and detectives follow-up, and our partners work to interrupt violence before someone is hurt."

If you have information about either incident you are urged to contact the Gresham Police tip line at 503-618-2719. Gresham Police Department is also partnered with Crimestoppers of Oregon. Information can be anonymously reported through their website or by using their mobile app.