Woman charged with shooting 75-year-old-man

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A woman is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly shooting a man in the face at a home in the Foster-Powell neighborhood Thursday afternoon.

Just before 4:30 p.m., Portland police officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 3500 Block of Southeast 79th Avenue.

Officers reportedly learned that the victim, a 75-year-old man, was able to make his way to the lobby of a building, where he told witnesses that he had been shot by a woman who ran from the scene.

The man was then taken to a hospital with a gunshot wound to the face, authorities say.

Officers were able to locate the woman, identified as 73-year-old Lana Strand, trying to drive away and took her into custody. Authorities believe she is either the victim’s wife or former wife.

Strand was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on domestic violence charges of second-degree attempted murder and unlawful use of a weapon.

Detectives from PPB’s Special Victims Unit are now investigating and have recovered the revolver believed to have been used in the incident, officials say.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence and needs help, there are a number of resources available, in addition to calling or texting 911.

Call to Safety (CTS) provides access to advocacy services, including confidential peer support, information and referrals to community resources. CTS’ 24-hour crisis line can be reached at 503-235-5333 or 1-888-235-5333.