City of Portland, OR

12/29/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/29/2025 04:34

Man Deceased, Another Injured After Shooting In Downtown

Press Release
One man has died and another was injured following a shooting in downtown Portland. Homicide Detectives have responded to investigate.
Published
December 29, 2025 2:06 am

At approximately 11:42 p.m. on Sunday, December 29, 2025, officers from the Portland Police Bureau's Central Precinct responded to reports of a shooting in the 200 block of Southwest Ankeny Street involving two victims. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who was pronounced deceased at the scene. A second adult male sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

No arrests have been made.

Detectives with the Portland Police Bureau Homicide Unit have responded and are actively investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators by emailing [email protected] or calling 503-823-0479. Please reference case number 25-355331.

During the investigation, Southwest Second and Third Avenues are closed between Southwest Ankeny Street and West Burnside Street. Southwest Ankeny Street is also closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

The identity of the deceased will be released after the Medical Examiner has confirmed the cause of death and family members have been notified. The Public Information Officer is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released when appropriate.

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