Idaho Woman’s $10,000 Model Horse Collection Stolen from Portland Rental Car
An Idaho woman's collection of approximately 100 custom model horses, valued at an estimated $10,000, was stolen from her rental car parked in downtown Portland. Witnesses reported seeing a man giving away some of the model horses in pouches near…
Portland, OR, November 9, 2026 — A significant collection of custom model horses, estimated to be worth around $10,000, was reportedly stolen from a rental car in downtown Portland. The owner, identified as a woman from Idaho, discovered her approximately 100-piece collection missing from the vehicle. The rental car had been parked in the downtown area of the city.
Following the theft, witnesses observed a man reportedly giving away some of the model horses. These giveaways were described as occurring in pouches and were seen in the vicinity of Powell’s Books, a well-known landmark in downtown Portland. The specific circumstances leading to the theft, including the exact date and time, were not provided. The identity of the owner and further details about the rental car were also not disclosed.
The value of the stolen items, estimated at $10,000, highlights the significant loss for the collector. Model horses are often highly sought after by enthusiasts and can be customized or rare, contributing to their value. The report of a man distributing the horses suggests a potential recovery avenue, though the status of any police involvement or the recovery of the majority of the collection is not detailed in the available information.
Details regarding the make, model, or specific types of the custom model horses were not made public. Information regarding any security measures at the parking location or whether the theft was reported to authorities was not immediately available. The incident underscores a loss of personal property valued at a substantial amount, with further developments pending any official reports or witness accounts.
Story summarized from the original created by Julia Lopez on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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