UPDATE #2: Suspect Indicted for Murder Related March 2023 Triple Homicide in Portsmouth Neighborhood (Photo)

June 20, 2024 20:54

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A suspect has been indicted for multiple counts of murder related to a triple homicide in March of 2023 in the Portsmouth Neighborhood.

Since the shooting, Homicide Unit detectives developed information about a suspect, Omar Mohammed Osman, now 18 years old. Osman was in custody on unrelated charges at the MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility in Marion County. On March 10, 2024, the case against Osman was presented to a Grand Jury by the Multnomah County District Attorney’s office. Osman was indicted on the following charges:

-Murder in the First Degree (6 counts)
-Murder in the Second Degree (4 counts)
-Unlawful Use of a Weapon (7 counts)
-Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (2 counts)
-Recklessly Endangering Another Person (7 counts)
-Animal Abuse in the First Degree

Detectives are still seeking information about two additional suspects who are believed to be involved in the case.

If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Jason Koenig at Jason.Koenig@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-0889 or Detective William Winters William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0466. Please reference case #23-77440.

This arrest is not the end of the case, and additional investigative steps are being taken. Additional information will be released when appropriate.

“This broad daylight murder in a residential neighborhood not only was tragic because of the loss of three young lives, but it deeply rocked our whole community,” said Chief Bob Day. “This indictment is the culmination of over a year of meticulous and challenging investigative work. I extend my sincere appreciation to the Homicide Unit Detectives who have taken the lead on this case from the beginning, as well as the work of the Forensic Evidence Division, the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, and others who have been involved in this case. I’m also grateful for members of the community who shared information with police and waited patiently for this significant milestone on the path to justice. It’s my hope that this indictment represents a first step toward healing for the hurting families of the victims, and our entire community.”


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***Original Messages Below***

The three victims in Saturday’s Portsmouth Neighborhood homicide have been identified as Eskender Tamra, 17, of Portland; Babu Daudi, 19, of Portland; and Patrick D. Johnson, Jr, 20, of Portland. The victims’ families have been notified of their death. The families of Tamra and Daudi have provided photos for public release (see attached). The families are all requesting privacy at this time.

The medical examiner conducted autopsies and determined that all three died of homicide by gunshot wounds.

This remains an active investigation, and detectives continue to ask that if anyone has information about this case please contact Detective Jason Koenig at Jason.Koenig@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-0889 or Detective William Winters William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0466. Please reference case #23-77440.

Additional information will be released only at the direction of investigators.

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***Original Message Below***

Three people are deceased after a shooting in the Portsmouth Neighborhood.

On Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 12:23p.m., North Precinct Officers responded to a report of a shooting at North Foss Avenue and North Foss Court. When they arrived they located three victims in a car. EMS responded as well and determined that all three were deceased at the scene.

The suspect or suspects left the scene before police were dispatched and were not immediately located. No arrests have been made.

Portland Police Homicide Unit has responded to the scene, along with the Enhanced Community Safety Team, Focused Intervention Team, Crisis Response Team, and Forensic Evidence Division.

During the investigation, North Foss Avenue is closed between North Houghton Street and North Willis Boulevard.

If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Jason Koenig at Jason.Koenig@police.portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-0889 or Detective William Winters William.Winters@police.portlandoregon.gov 503-823-0466. Please reference case #23-77440.

“This shooting in broad daylight in a residential neighborhood is another tragic example of how gun violence can affect our community terribly,” said Chief Chuck Lovell, who responded to the scene. “I’m grateful to the PPB members who responded to this shocking incident. I’m also briefing Mayor Wheeler’s office on the investigation. I encourage anyone who has information about this shooting to reach out to our detectives.”

Photo descriptions:
1. Investigators work inside the crime scene, inspecting a tan colored sedan
2. Portland Police command center parked with investigators working in the background

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