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- calendar_today November 2, 2026
Portland Man Accused in North Portland Shotgun Incident
A 52-year-old Portland resident, Marc W. Schaffer, has been accused of second-degree attempted murder and a bias crime following a shooting incident in North Portland. The event took place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, just after 11 a.m., according to the Portland Police Bureau.
Police Respond to Reports of Gunfire
Officers were called to the 6700 block of North Commercial Avenue after reports of a person with a gun. While police were en route, additional callers informed dispatchers that shots had been fired in the area. Upon arriving, officers confronted a man identified as Schaffer, who complied with orders to drop his shotgun. Officers quickly took him into custody at the scene.
Details of the Shooting
Investigators determined that Schaffer had fired his shotgun twice at a driver passing by in a car. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. Police seized the shotgun as evidence in the ongoing investigation.
Bias Crime Allegations
The Portland Police Bureau reported that the case is being investigated as a bias crime. This follows statements made by Schaffer regarding the race of the individual he allegedly shot at. The authorities have classified the bias aspect of the crime as "first-degree bias crime," one of several charges Schaffer is facing.
Charges and Legal Process
Marc W. Schaffer has been booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center. In addition to second-degree attempted murder and first-degree bias crime charges, he is also facing charges of first-degree attempted assault and second-degree criminal mischief stemming from the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
The case remains under investigation as local authorities continue to process evidence and statements. The Portland Police Bureau is leading the inquiry into the shotgun shooting and bias crime allegations. No further information about the victim or additional suspects has been announced at this time.
Source: koin.com.
