A tense afternoon in Portland, Oregon, erupted into violence as federal agents opened fire, wounding two individuals. The incident unfolded around 2:15 p.m., immediately triggering a complex investigation led by the FBI’s Portland office, focusing on the actions of Customs and Border Patrol Agents.
Portland Police Bureau officers were quickly dispatched to the scene, discovering a man and a woman suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Responding officers immediately provided critical first aid, applying a tourniquet to control the bleeding and urgently requesting emergency medical services.
Both wounded individuals were swiftly transported to a local hospital, their conditions remaining unknown as of late Thursday. The incident unfolded amidst a climate of national unrest, prompting a measured response from Portland Police Bureau Chief Bob Day.
Chief Day acknowledged the heightened emotions following a recent shooting in Minneapolis, appealing to the community for calm while investigators meticulously piece together the events. He emphasized the importance of allowing the investigation to proceed without interference.
The shooting involved agents from agencies under the Department of Homeland Security, including Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Border Patrol. The FBI investigation will aim to determine the precise circumstances that led to the use of force.
Details surrounding the incident remain scarce in the initial stages of the investigation. Authorities are focused on gathering evidence and conducting interviews to establish a clear timeline and understand the factors contributing to the shooting.
