Gresham Gymnastics Coach Arrested For Sexually Abusing Children (Photo) - 01/06/26

Gresham, Ore.— On Sunday afternoon, Gresham police arrested 56-year-old Eric Stinson on a warrant for sexual abuse, sodomy, and attempted sodomy.  Stinson is the Director of the Northwest Gymnastics Training Center in Gresham.  His arrest comes after multiple former Northwest Gymnastics Training Center athletes reported experiencing inappropriate sexual behavior by Stinson.   Stinson was booked at the Multnomah County Detention Center.  Anyone with information about Stinson’s behavior is asked to contact Detective Tim Taaca at Timothy.Taaca@GreshamOregon.gov. 

Any athlete who has experienced abuse or misconduct by a coach, trainer, or other athletic official is encouraged to report their concerns to law enforcement and the US Center for SafeSport.  The US Center for SafeSport can be reached at 833-5US-SAFE (833-587-7233) or https://uscenterforsafesport.org.

One Adult And Two Juveniles Injured In Rockwood Shooting (Photo) - 12/08/25

RELEASE DATE:               Dec. 8, 2025
CASE NUMBER:                 25-50506
 

Gresham, Ore.— Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred in the Rockwood Neighborhood last night.

Officers with the Gresham Police Department responded to reports of gunfire and a person down in the area of SE 187 Ave. and SE Stark St., shortly after 9:00 p.m., last night.  They determined the incident occurred in the area of SE 188 Ave. and SE Burnside Rd. and ultimately located three people who had been injured by gunfire. One adult male was transported to an area hospital and is in critical condition. Two juvenile males, with non-life-threatening injuries, were transported to a hospital as well. No further information is available at this time.

Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Conroy at tyson.conroy@greshamoregon.gov or Detective Taaca at timothy.taaca@greshamoregon.gov and reference case number 25-50506.

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Early Morning Homicide Being Investigated By East County Major Crimes Team (Photo) - 12/08/25

RELEASE DATE:               Dec. 7, 2025

CASE NUMBER:                 25-50383
 

Gresham, Ore.— Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning in the parking lot of a fueling station.

Officers with Gresham Police Department responded to reports of gunfire and a person down in the area of W Powell Blvd. and Miller Ave., shortly after 1:00 a.m. They found one person who was deceased of an apparent gunshot wound.

The East County Major Crimes Team, a multi-agency team comprised of detectives from Gresham Police Department, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, and the Port of Portland Police Department, responded and are investigating the shooting. No further information is available at this time.

Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Detective Isaac Hibbs at isaac.hibbs@greshamoregon.gov or Detective Mark Hawley at mark.hawley@greshamoregon.gov and reference case number 25-50383.

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Gresham Police To Host "Fill The Cruiser" Toy Drive (Photo) - 12/08/25

For Immediate Release

Gresham Police to Host “Fill the Cruiser” Toy Drive
Distributed: 12-8-2025

GRESHAM, Ore.— Help spread holiday cheer with the Gresham Police Officer’s Association at the 6th 
Annual "Fill the Cruiser" holiday toy drive to benefit children in the Gresham community.

In partnership with the Department of Human Services, local officers will collect the donated toys 
and ensure they are distributed to children who may otherwise go without this holiday season. The 
toy drive provides an opportunity for community members to make a direct impact on the lives of 
children in Gresham.

Where: Fred Meyer, 2497 SE Burnside Rd., Gresham, OR 97030
When: Friday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
How: Donate new, unwrapped toys, gift cards, and wrapping supplies

Toys are needed for all ages, infants to teens. Gift cards help officers fill gaps in donations and 
make nice gifts for teens.

Your generosity will help ensure the holidays are bright for some of our most vulnerable community 
members.

About Gresham:
Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition meets opportunity in 
Oregon's fourth largest city. Gresham’s residents care deeply about our roots and are committed to 
building a vibrant future.To learn more, visit www.GreshamOregon.gov or visit us on X at @GreshamPolice
 

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Update: Arrest Made And Victim Identified In Homicide Investigation (Photo) - 12/08/25

RELEASE DATE:               Dec. 8, 2025

CASE NUMBER:                 25-50383
 

Gresham, Ore.— Detectives with the East County Major Crimes Team made two arrests in connection with yesterday’s fatal shooting near W Powell Blvd. and Miller Ave.

Yesterday, shortly after 1:00 a.m., Gresham police officers responded to reports of gunfire and a person down in the parking lot of a fueling station. Officers located one person who was deceased of an apparent gunshot wound. The victim has been identified as Laquincy Fletcher, 48, of Gresham.

Later in the day on Dec. 7, members of the East County Major Crimes Team arrested Alejandro Perez-Magdaleno and Ricardo Perez-Magdaleno in connection with the homicide. Both were booked into the Multnomah County Jail on suspicion of Murder in the Second Degree.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Isaac Hibbs at isaac.hibbs@greshamoregon.gov or Detective Mark Hawley at mark.hawley@greshamoregon.gov and reference case number 25-50383.

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