On March 31 and April 1, 2023, North Precinct officers conducted missions to address crimes that affect livability, including retail theft. In collaboration with local businesses, loss prevention, and the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, North Precinct officers provided directed patrols around businesses located in the Cascade Station Shopping Center. These missions brought a high visibility presence in the area in order to further prevent property crimes.
In the first mission, officers arrested five subjects involved in multiple retail theft. The subjects arrested had multiple warrants for thefts and other theft related crimes.
During the second mission, officers made 10 traffic stops and recovered one stolen vehicle. One vehicle eluded. They also arrested four people who had multiple warrants for thefts and other theft-related crimes.
North Precinct officers will continue to work with local businesses and their associates to address retail theft and other related property crimes.