The man killed in a stabbing in the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood has been identified as Ladarius Davis, 43, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but provided a photo for public release.
The Medical Examiner determined Davis died of homicide by stabbing.
If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Steve Gandy at Stephen.Gandy@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0449 or Detective Ryan Foote at ryan.foote@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0781. Please reference case number 24-34036.
Photo description: Portrait of Ladarius Davis
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One man is dead after a stabbing in the Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood.
On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 1:23 a.m., East Precinct officers responded to a stabbing in the 3500 block of Southeast 122nd Avenue. When officers arrived they found a victim in a grocery store parking lot. EMS arrived and determined the man was deceased at the scene.
The suspect or suspects left the scene before police were called, and no immediate arrests were made. No suspect information is being released at this time.
Detectives with the Portland Police Homicide Unit are responding to the scene to investigate. No significant street closures are in place.
If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Steve Gandy at Stephen.Gandy@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0449 or Detective Ryan Foote at ryan.foote@police.portlandoregon.gov (503) 823-0781. Please reference case number 24-34036.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.
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