PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead early Sunday morning in a downtown Portland parking lot.
Discovery in the Early Morning Hours
At approximately 4:30 a.m., Portland police officers responded to reports of a person lying on the ground in a parking lot located in the 300 block of Southwest 3rd Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found a male victim who was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Evidence Suggests Gunfire
Authorities stated that evidence recovered from the scene indicated the man had been shot. However, officials clarified that the exact cause and manner of death will be determined by the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office following a full autopsy.
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No Arrests or Suspects Identified
Police said any possible suspect or suspects fled the scene before officers arrived. As of now, no arrests have been made, and investigators continue to gather information and review evidence.
Community Urged to Assist
The Portland Police Bureau is asking anyone who may have seen or heard anything in the area during the early morning hours to come forward. Individuals with information about the incident are urged to contact detectives as the investigation remains active.
This case marks another addition to the growing number of violent incidents being investigated by Portland authorities in recent months, as the city continues to confront challenges with public safety downtown.
Anyone with details related to this case is encouraged to reach out to the Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit.
