Suspect Photos Released After Deadly Shooting Near Portland Convenience Store

Police identify victim and share images of person of interest in northeast Portland incident.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:18am by Ben Kaplan

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark concrete surface, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic through the use of harsh, direct flash lighting.The aftermath of a deadly shooting near a local convenience store raises concerns about public safety and the need for effective law enforcement response.Portland Today

Portland Police have released photos of a suspect and identified the victim following a deadly shooting that occurred near a Plaid Pantry convenience store in northeast Portland. The incident is currently under investigation.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this shooting near a local business raise concerns about public safety in the community and the need for effective law enforcement response and prevention measures.

The details

According to police, the shooting took place in the vicinity of the Plaid Pantry store located in northeast Portland. Authorities have shared images of a person they consider a suspect or person of interest in the case, though no arrests have been made at this time. The identity of the victim has also been released, though their name is being withheld pending notification of family.

  • The shooting occurred on the evening of March 30, 2026.

The players

Portland Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

Plaid Pantry

The convenience store chain where the shooting took place in northeast Portland.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the shooting and are asking the public for any information that could help identify the suspect.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining public safety in urban areas and the importance of effective collaboration between law enforcement and the community to prevent and respond to violent crimes.