A man who is shooting and damaging city property is being sought, and detectives are releasing photographs and video in an effort to gather information about the case.
Since Monday, May 27, 2024, the suspect has fired a handgun at city equipment at least 7 times, causing hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of damage. The type of city infrastructure being targeted by the vandal is not being released at this time for investigative reasons.
The suspect was driving a black or charcoal colored 2008-2014 Subaru WRX sedan with no license plates. It has a hood scoop, low profile spoiler with red LED brake light strip, black wheels, and rain deflectors on the doors. He appears to be wearing a blue coat with hood, black pants, eyeglasses, and fires a handgun with tactical light.
Detectives are not only concerned about the significant damage caused, but also the extreme risk of firing a handgun in our neighborhoods. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported so far.
If anyone has information about this suspect or the vehicle involved, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: Property Crimes Unit and reference case number 24-134019.
