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News Release
Grand Jury Returns Not True Bill in 2023 Fatal Shooting by Portland Police Officers - 05/03/24

A Multnomah County grand jury has returned a not true bill for the fatal shooting of Tyrone Lee Johnson II, 33, on December 27, 2023. Upon the conclusion of the presentation of evidence, the grand jury returned the not true bill on May 1, finding the use of force by Portland Police Officers John Bartlett, Adi Ramic, and Brian Wheeler that resulted in Johnson’s death was not criminal under Oregon law. 

Previously released information regarding this incident can be found here

Pursuant to ORS 132.270, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office will file a motion and request that the court authorize the release of a grand jury transcript for public review. If the Court grants the motion, MCDA will post the transcript on its website.

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