Portland, OR – An 18-year-old man was arrested Tuesday morning after allegedly threatening a passenger with a firearm on a TriMet bus traveling through Portland’s Kenton neighborhood, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO).
Authorities said the incident prompted a rapid response from TriMet’s Transit Police Division and the Portland Police Bureau. Several nearby streets were temporarily closed as officers moved to secure the area and detain the suspect.
According to MCSO, the TriMet Transit Police Division — a multi-agency task force led by the sheriff’s office — took the lead in coordinating the arrest. Law enforcement officials thanked the community for their patience during the disruption and confirmed the situation was resolved without injury.
Photos released by MCSO showed officers on scene, a vehicle being towed, and what appeared to be the recovered firearm. The sheriff’s office said all road closures have since been lifted and regular traffic has resumed in the area.
No further details about potential charges or court appearances were immediately released. The investigation remains ongoing.
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