Gresham beauty store shoplifting arrest leads to stolen gun recovery

Suspect booked on theft and firearm charges after police find stolen gun during arrest

Mar. 5, 2026 at 7:11am

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Gresham police recently arrested a 32-year-old woman suspected of stealing over $1,100 in merchandise from the Ulta Beauty store. During the arrest, officers found a stolen gun in the suspect's purse. The woman was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on multiple theft and firearm-related charges.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential for seemingly routine shoplifting calls to uncover more serious criminal activity, such as the possession of stolen firearms. It also raises concerns about public safety in the Gresham community and the need for effective law enforcement strategies to address both property crimes and the presence of illegal weapons.

The details

According to reports, the Gresham police were called to the Ulta Beauty store on Northwest 12th Street for a shoplifting incident. When they arrived, they arrested a 32-year-old Gresham resident who was suspected of stealing over $1,100 worth of merchandise. During the arrest, officers searched the suspect's purse and found a stolen firearm.

  • The incident occurred on March 3, 2026.

The players

Gresham Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shoplifting call and made the arrest.

32-year-old Gresham resident

The suspect who was arrested for allegedly stealing over $1,100 worth of merchandise from the Ulta Beauty store and possessing a stolen firearm.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Gresham.”

— Robert Jenkins, Gresham resident

What’s next

The suspect is currently being held in the Multnomah County Detention Center, and the case is under further investigation by the Gresham Police Department.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of vigilant law enforcement and the need for comprehensive strategies to address both property crimes and the presence of illegal weapons in the Gresham community, in order to maintain public safety and community well-being.