Gresham Police Reclassify 1993 Death as Murder, Name Husband Suspect
Gresham Police are investigating the 1993 death of Astrid Bridges as a murder and have identified her husband, John Bridges, as a suspect. The case was initially ruled an accident, but advancements in investigative techniques have led police to re-examine…
Portland, OR, July 29, 2026 —
Gresham, Oregon – Police in Gresham have reclassified the 1993 death of Astrid Bridges as a murder and have named her husband, John Bridges, as a suspect in the case. The initial ruling of accidental death has been overturned following advancements in investigative techniques, prompting a renewed examination of the circumstances surrounding Bridges’ passing.
Detectives involved in the investigation have reportedly traveled to Missouri, where John Bridges is currently residing. This development comes as Gresham authorities are collaborating with law enforcement in Kentucky. The Kentucky investigation concerns the death of Bridges’ first wife, an incident that was also initially deemed accidental before being reclassified as a murder.
The re-examination of Astrid Bridges’ death highlights the potential impact of evolving forensic and investigative methodologies on cold cases. Information regarding the specific advancements that led to the reclassification of the death as a murder was not immediately available. The contractor’s name was not provided.
Further details regarding the timeline of the investigation, the specific evidence uncovered, or any potential charges against John Bridges were not disclosed. The Gresham Police Department has not provided further comment on the ongoing investigation at this time.
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