Portland, OR – Law enforcement leaders across Multnomah County have joined forces to create a new burglary task force aimed at reducing property crimes and organized thefts throughout the county.
According to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the task force is being led by District Attorney Nathan Vasquez and includes resources from the Portland Police Bureau, Gresham Police Department, Port of Portland Police Department, and the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
The initiative will focus on identifying, arresting, and prosecuting suspects accused of targeting small businesses and residential neighborhoods. Authorities said the coordinated effort is designed to dismantle repeat criminal networks operating across jurisdictional lines.
“The message is clear — we’re united in holding people accountable and ensuring residents feel safe,” said DA Vasquez, joined by Portland Police Chief Bob Day, Sheriff Nicole Morrissey O’Donnell, Gresham Chief Travis Gullberg, and Port of Portland Police Chief Jason Wallis.
Officials urged residents to stay alert and report suspicious activity immediately. For emergencies, call 911. To report burglaries that have already occurred, contact 503-823-3333 or text 911 if calling isn’t possible.
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