Update:

With next of kin notification complete, MCSO is releasing the identity of the adult in custody who died at the Multnomah County Detention Center on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The deceased is 71-year-old John C. Hanberry.

The death investigation is ongoing. No further information will be shared at this time.

Original News Release 8/18/2026

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. (MCSO) – The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating the death of an adult in custody at the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC).

At approximately 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, deputies assigned to MCDC responded to a medical incident involving a 71-year-old man who was found unresponsive in his cell.

Deputies and Multnomah County Corrections Health personnel performed lifesaving measures. Paramedics from Portland Fire & Rescue and American Medical Response (AMR) arrived and continued medical care. Unfortunately, those efforts were not successful, and the man was declared dead by AMR paramedics.

In accordance with standard protocol, MCSO detectives responded and the East County Major Crimes Team is conducting a death investigation. The Sheriff’s Office has policies and procedures that guide our response following an in-custody death, and those processes are underway to ensure we conduct a thorough investigation.

The man who died entered MCSO custody on August 14, 2026, after being booked into jail by the Portland Police Bureau. 

The Multnomah County Medical Examiner’s Office is leading the death investigation. The person’s identity will be released once their family has been notified. 

Information about how and why the person died will be shared after the medical examiner completes its investigation, which will include an autopsy and toxicology analysis.

No additional information can be released at this time.

The East County Major Crimes Team includes detectives from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Port of Portland Police Department, Gresham Police Department and Oregon State Police.

The information contained in this news release is based on a preliminary review of the details available to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. As the investigation progresses, information may change.

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. (MCSO) – The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating the death of an adult in custody at the Multnomah County Inverness Jail (MCIJ).

At approximately 5:10 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2026, deputies assigned to MCIJ responded to an incident involving a 48-year-old man who appeared to be experiencing a medical event in his cell and became unresponsive.

Deputies and Multnomah County Corrections Health staff attempted lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional medical support. Paramedics from Portland Fire & Rescue and American Medical Response (AMR) arrived and continued providing care. Despite these combined efforts, the man could not be revived and was pronounced deceased by AMR personnel.

Following established procedures, MCSO detectives responded to the scene, and the East County Major Crimes Team has begun a formal death investigation. The Sheriff’s Office follows specific policies and protocols after any in-custody death, and those steps are currently underway to ensure the investigation is thorough and comprehensive.

The man who died entered MCSO custody on August 16, 2026, after being booked into jail by the Portland Police Bureau.

The Multnomah County Medical Examiner’s Office is leading the death investigation. The person’s identity will be released once their family has been notified. Information about how and why the person died will be shared after the medical examiner's office completes its investigation, which will include an autopsy and toxicology analysis.

This death follows another incident in which a man died at the Multnomah County Detention Center on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The two cases are unrelated. The preliminary investigations on both events indicate neither death was caused by force, suicidal acts, nor were there any indications of drug use within the jails. The death investigations will remain on-going with further reviews of surveillance video, additional interviews, and other investigative tasks. When the Medical Examiner provides findings on these cases, MCSO Detectives and the Major Crimes Team will conclude their investigations.

No additional information can be released at this time.

The East County Major Crimes Team includes detectives from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Port of Portland Police Department, Gresham Police Department and Oregon State Police.

The information contained in this news release is based on a preliminary review of the details available to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. As the investigation progresses, information may change.

How to Participate in the Stakeholder Review Process 

Community members, partner organizations, and MCSO staff are encouraged to review the proposed policy and submit feedback during the 30‑day period. All comments become part of the public record.

MCSO values thoughtful input that helps ensure policies reflect shared expectations for safety, accountability, and member wellness. 

To read the draft policy and provide comments, please visit the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office’s policy page.

You can also sign up for email updates to stay informed about future policy reviews and agency announcements.

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UPDATE: Chinook Landing Marine Park has been reopened to the public. Thank you for your patience.

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. - The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at Chinook Landing Marine Park in Fairview.

At approximately 12:32 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2026, emergency dispatchers received multiple reports to 9-1-1 of gunfire in the area around 5201 NE 223rd Avenue.

Responding deputies arrived within minutes and observed evidence of gunfire. Deputies searched the area for victims, including assistance from a K-9 unit and drones from the Portland Police Bureau.

Deputies located a victim who had died on the scene. The East County Major Crimes Team is investigating the homicide.

Currently, investigators do not believe there is any threat to the public.

Chinook Landing Marine Park will remain closed until further notice while the investigation continues.

The victim’s identity will not be released until family notifications have been completed.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or who witnessed the event is urged to contact the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office by calling 503-988-0560 and referencing case number 26-34454.

A Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer (PIO) will be available for a media briefing at 1:30 p.m. at the park entrance.

No additional information can be released at this time.

The East County Major Crimes Team includes detectives from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, Port of Portland Police Department, Gresham Police Department and Oregon State Police.

The information contained in this news release is based on a preliminary review of the details available to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. As the investigation progresses, information may change.

MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. – The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office coordinated a multi-agency effort resulting in the successful rescue of a critically-injured teenager who fell down a 100-foot embankment while hiking the Elowah Falls Trail, east of Warrendale.

The rescue included a combination of ground teams, including the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Green Hornets, Cascade Locks Fire, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (MCSO SAR) and Pacific Northwest Search and Rescue (PNW SAR).

At approximately 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026, the Bureau of Emergency Communications received information about a 17-year-old who was hiking with his family in the John Yeon State Scenic Corridor. The teen reportedly fell off the main trail, landing on rough terrain around McCord Creek. He sustained significant injuries.

Rescuers used technical rope systems and a litter basket to lift the teenager.  More than a dozen SAR volunteers and rescue workers carried the injured hiker out of the wilderness and through the creek bed to the paved Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.

All search and rescue teams returned with the teen to the command post by 10:30 p.m. An AMR ambulance was standing by to transport the teen to Cascade Locks Airport. From there, a LifeFlight helicopter transferred him to a hospital to be treated for critical injuries.

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office extends its appreciation to Cascade Locks Fire, MCSO SAR, PNW SAR, and AMR for their assistance in this complex operation.

The teen remains in an area hospital. No additional information is available at this time.

Photos from the incident are being released. Please credit the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office in full. Because there are multiple 'MCSO' agencies within Oregon (including Marion, Morrow, and Malheur counties), using the full name of the sheriff’s office ensures better accuracy.

About MCSOSAR 
The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (MCSOSAR) team is a volunteer organization whose objective is to serve the community by searching for and rescuing lost or injured persons in wilderness or urban areas, assisting with evacuations during emergencies, assisting law enforcement with evidence searches, and educating the public. MCSOSAR is the primary search and rescue resource for Multnomah County and the western Columbia River Gorge.