Portland Police Investigate Alleged Bias Crime at Portland Fire Game
Portland Police are investigating a potential bias crime after a fan reported being spit on and subjected to homophobic and transphobic slurs during a Portland Fire game at the Moda Center on Friday night.
Portland, OR, August 1, 2026 —
Portland Police are investigating an incident that occurred Friday night at the Moda Center during a Portland Fire game. The investigation centers on allegations of a bias crime, stemming from a report by a fan who claims to have been subjected to verbal abuse and physical contact.
According to the report filed with the Portland Police Bureau, the fan stated that they were spit on and heard homophobic and transphobic slurs directed at them. The alleged incident took place within the Moda Center, the venue for the Portland Fire games.
Details regarding the specific time of the incident, the identity of the alleged perpetrator(s), and the exact nature of the slurs were not immediately available. The Portland Police Department has stated that they are treating the report seriously and are actively gathering information to understand the circumstances surrounding the alleged bias crime.
The Moda Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Portland, Oregon. It hosts a variety of events, including professional sports games, concerts, and other public gatherings. Officials at the Moda Center have not yet released a statement regarding the incident.
The Portland Police Bureau has not provided further details on the ongoing investigation, including whether any witnesses have come forward or if any security footage is being reviewed. The department typically investigates all reported hate crimes and bias incidents.
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