Portland Police Confirm Jamal Rodgers Died from Gunshot

Homicide Unit seeks public tips as investigation continues into the death of the 32-year-old man found in Johnson Creek

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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New forensic findings show that Jamal Rodgers, a 32-year-old man whose body was recovered from Johnson Creek in late December 2025, died from a gunshot wound. The Portland Police Bureau's Homicide Unit is investigating the case and asking the public for any information that could help move the investigation forward.

Why it matters

The discovery of Rodgers' body in the creek and the subsequent confirmation that he died from a gunshot wound raises concerns about public safety in the Lents neighborhood where he was found. The Portland Police Bureau is seeking the public's help to solve this homicide case.

The details

On December 30, 2025, the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office dive team recovered Rodgers' body from Johnson Creek near Southeast 102nd Avenue and Southeast Foster Road in the Lents neighborhood of Portland. The Portland Police Bureau initially described the case as a homicide, and the medical examiner has now confirmed that Rodgers died from a gunshot wound.

  • Rodgers' body was recovered from Johnson Creek on December 30, 2025.
  • The Portland Police Bureau first publicly disclosed the discovery in early January 2026.

The players

Jamal Rodgers

A 32-year-old man whose body was recovered from Johnson Creek in Portland and whose death has been ruled a homicide by gunshot.

Portland Police Bureau

The law enforcement agency investigating Rodgers' death and seeking public tips to help solve the case.

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

The agency whose dive team recovered Rodgers' body from Johnson Creek.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or call 503-823-0479 and reference case number 25-354714.”

— Portland Police Bureau (hoodline.com)

What’s next

The Homicide Unit is continuing its investigation and is asking the public to come forward with any information that could help solve the case.

The takeaway

This tragic death in the Lents neighborhood highlights the ongoing need for public safety measures and community engagement to address violence in Portland. The Portland Police Bureau is relying on the public's help to uncover the circumstances surrounding Jamal Rodgers' death.