Octogenarian Suspected of Decades-Long Con Artistry Evades Authorities
Clackamas County deputies in Portland, OR, are still searching for Leonard Weston Ramey Jr., an 80-year-old man accused of con artistry spanning over five decades.
Portland, OR, August 21, 2026 —
Clackamas County, Oregon – Authorities are actively searching for Leonard Weston Ramey Jr., an 80-year-old man who is the subject of accusations of con artistry extending over a period of more than fifty years. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office has not provided further details regarding the specific nature of the alleged con artistry or the timeline of the ongoing investigation.
Deputies are continuing their efforts to locate Ramey Jr. The extent of the alleged fraudulent activities and the number of potential victims remain unclear at this time. Information regarding the specific charges or the circumstances that led to the current search is not publicly available.
The duration of the alleged criminal activity, spanning over five decades, suggests a potentially wide-reaching pattern of behavior. However, details concerning the timeline of these alleged actions and any specific incidents are currently undisclosed.
The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office has not issued a public appeal for information regarding Ramey Jr.’s whereabouts. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is pursuing leads to apprehend the suspect.
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