Man found dead at Portland Plaid Pantry

Police investigating homicide at Northeast Columbia Boulevard convenience store

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:06am by Ben Kaplan

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Police responded to a call about an unconscious person at a Plaid Pantry convenience store in Portland's Sunderland neighborhood on Thursday night, where they found a man dead with an apparent gunshot wound. Detectives are now investigating the incident as a homicide.

Why it matters

Homicides in Portland have increased in recent years, raising concerns about public safety, especially in high-traffic commercial areas like this Plaid Pantry location. The investigation will aim to determine the circumstances and motive behind this latest incident.

The details

According to police, officers were called to the Plaid Pantry at 6060 Northeast Columbia Boulevard around 11:48 p.m. on Thursday, where they found an unconscious man who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. Detectives have taken over the investigation, but no other details about the victim or potential suspects have been released.

  • Police responded to the call around 11:48 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Portland Police Bureau

The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide at the Plaid Pantry convenience store.

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What’s next

Detectives are continuing to investigate the incident and gather more information. They are asking anyone with relevant details to contact the police.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing public safety challenges facing Portland, especially in high-traffic commercial areas that can be vulnerable to violent crime. The investigation will aim to provide answers and determine if any steps can be taken to improve security and prevent similar occurrences in the future.