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Man Shot and Killed in Northeast Portland Hotel Parking Lot

by Tonya McPhearson
January 2, 2025
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Man Shot and Killed in Northeast Portland Hotel Parking Lot
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Portland, OR — A man was shot and killed in a hotel parking lot in Northeast Portland on Tuesday afternoon, according to local authorities. The incident, which occurred around 2:30 p.m., has left investigators searching for answers, though no arrests have been made at this time.

Police responded to reports of gunfire at a hotel on the 1000 block of Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers found the victim with apparent gunshot wounds. Paramedics were quickly dispatched to the scene, but the man was pronounced dead shortly after emergency responders attempted to assist him.

The identity of the victim has not been released, pending notification of next of kin. Investigators are working to piece together the events that led to the shooting, but as of now, no suspects have been named or arrested in connection with the crime.

The area surrounding the hotel parking lot was cordoned off as authorities conducted their investigation. Witnesses in the vicinity have been urged to come forward with any information that could help detectives solve the case.

This shooting marks the latest in a series of violent incidents in Portland in recent months, prompting calls for increased safety measures in the city. The police department has not yet provided additional details, but anyone with knowledge of the shooting is encouraged to contact authorities.

As the investigation continues, police are focusing on gathering surveillance footage from nearby businesses and hotels to identify potential leads. The public is reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Portland Police Bureau or Crime Stoppers of Oregon.

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