Police are investigating after a man was shot and robbed in Northeast Portland on Wednesday night while meeting someone from Facebook Marketplace.
Wednesday night, gunfire erupted in a Northeast Portland neighborhood during what was intended to be an item swap for cash.
“That’s crazy. Linda Disney stated, “People are becoming desperate in this world, and things are getting worse.”
One neighbor, who wanted to remain anonymous, overheard the entire conversation.
“I was sitting on my back porch when I heard two gunshots,” explained the neighbor. “I think that was closer than I thought it was, and I see all my neighbors come out, so I decided to come out.”
According to Portland Police, the incident occurred near Northeast Irving Street, and the victim called 911 at 9 p.m. to report that he had been robbed and shot after meeting someone on Facebook Marketplace.
“Cops, ambulance, and firetruck,” the neighbor exclaimed. “And then they wheeled the guy out on a gurney and put him in the ambulance.”
According to police, the victim suffered critical injuries that are not life-threatening. The suspect is still on the loose.
“It’s bad, it’s bad, it’s real bad, and it’s in the neighborhood too,” Disney remarked. “Am I surprised?” No. “I wish I were surprised,” the neighbor admitted. “I do not want this to be the reality we all live in.”
A lady contacted FOX 12, portraying herself as the victim’s mother and claiming he was selling headphones. Disney, who also uses Facebook Marketplace, expressed concern about the area’s increasing violence.
“You even have to think about violence when walking to the store, or even walking past somebody on the sidewalk; yeah, it’s real bad out here, especially over here,” Disney remarked.
Following the incident, neighbors recommended that anyone utilizing Facebook Marketplace meet in a busier area to protect their safety.
“I suppose a word of caution: go to a coffee shop or a bar; public areas are better for this. I believe that has always been the case.
Anyone with information on the shooting can contact [email protected], addressing the Major Crimes Unit and referencing case number 26-161558.
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