Portland Police Seek Suspect in East Portland Hit-and-Run Involving Gun Threat
Portland police are searching for a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident in East Portland near Southeast Stark Street and 160th, where the individual also allegedly pointed a gun at a bystander.
Portland, OR, September 28, 2026 —
Portland police are actively searching for a suspect involved in a recent incident that includes a hit-and-run collision and an alleged gun threat against a bystander. The event took place in East Portland, near the intersection of Southeast Stark Street and Southeast 160th Avenue.
Authorities have not yet identified or apprehended the individual responsible for the incident. Details surrounding the hit-and-run itself, including the sequence of events leading to the collision and the extent of any damage or injuries, have not been publicly disclosed.
In addition to the alleged hit-and-run, witnesses or involved parties reported that the suspect reportedly pointed a firearm at a bystander during the incident. Specifics regarding the interaction between the suspect and the bystander were not immediately available.
The Portland Police Bureau has not released a description of the suspect or any vehicle that may have been involved in the hit-and-run. The investigation is ongoing, and police are requesting information from the public if they have any details that could assist in locating the suspect. Further information regarding the timeline and specific circumstances of the incident is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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