Two Police Officers Shot In NE Portland – KXL

Portland, Ore. – The manhunt continues for the shooter who injured two Portland Police officers Monday night. Chief Bob Day says they were responding to a report of a “threat with a weapon” in the Sullivan’s Gulch Neighborhood, at about 8:20 p.m. They found the suspect on NE Clackamas Street, between 16th and 17th. The man reportedly fired at the officers, striking two. They were taken to the hospital where they are reportedly stable.

The shooter took off on foot. Despite an overnight search of the area, he has not been found. Anyone who sees him should call 911. He’s described as a white man in his mid-30s, with facial hair. He was wearing a black baseball hate, black jacket over a gray hoodie, black pants and black shoes. At the time, he was carrying a black backpack and green shopping bag. He is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. Police say he may have a knife and handgun.

At a press conference Monday night, authorities would not comment on whether officers returned fire. The Portland Police Homicide Unit is leading the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives.