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May 22, 2024 Page 3 INSIDE L ocaL N ews Fred Meyer Suspect Arrest Arts & page 8 ENTERTAINMENT c Lassified /B ids pages 10 Established 1970 USPS 959 680 1727 NE 13th Ave. Suite 201 Portland, OR 97212 The Portland Observer welcomes freelance submissions. Manuscripts and photographs should be clearly labeled and will be returned if accompanied by a self addressed envelope. All created design display ads become the sole property of the newspaper and cannot be used in other publications or personal usage without the written consent of the general manager, unless the client has purchased the composition of such ad. © 2008 THE PORTLAND OBSERVER. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, REPRODUCTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT PERMISSION IS PROHIBITED. The Portland Observer--Oregon’s Oldest Multicultural Publication--is a member of the National Newspaper Association--Founded in 1885, and The National Advertising Representative Amalgamated Publishers, Inc, New York, NY, and The West Coast Black Publishers Association Publisher: Mark Washington, Sr. Editor: Shawntell Washington Office Mngr/Clasfds : Lucinda Baldwin Admin Coord : Quayuana Washington Creative Director: Kenya Anderson Web Editor: Zoe Holman-Kragero CALL 503-288-0033 • FAX 503-288-0015• news@portlandobserver.com ads@portlandobserver.com• subscription@portlandobserver.com Postmaster: Send address changes to Portland Observer, PO Box 3137, Portland, OR 97208 2024 Portland Rose Festival Results in $2,000 Recovered Merchandise and Several Arrests On May 17th, 2024, officers as- signed to East Precinct, K9 Unit, and Air Support Unit conducted a retail theft mission, which is part of an ongoing effort to address organized retail theft and other associated crimes. The mission re- sulted in 19 custodies, two stolen vehicle recoveries, and $2,000 in recovered merchandise. During the mission period officers fo- cused on the Mall 205 and Gate- way area in collaboration with retail partners. Retail Theft missions work di- rectly with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and work to- ward prosecution of these offend- ers. Following each retail theft missions officers conduct follow up and work closely with the Multnomah County District At- torney’s Office (MCDA) to ensure prosecution on these cases. Retail theft is often more than just shoplifting items for personal Fred Meyer suspect arrest use. Many suspects are involved in organized theft rings, which steal items that can easily be sold for cash on the secondary market or returned to stores for a “re- fund.” Returning or attempting to return stolen property, no matter the value, is a class-C felony. In many cases, these individ- uals are involved in criminal activity that extends far beyond retail theft, including illegally possessed guns, drug possession and distribution, vehicle theft, and more. Additionally, disrupt- ing theft preserves the viability of retail businesses that serve the Portland community. Therefore, these missions go a long way in improving livability across the area. Mission commanders an- alyze theft and other crime data to focus their missions on the neighborhoods most impacted by these crimes, which are often large retail shopping complexes. PPB recognizes that smaller local businesses are also impacted by retail theft and it’s our belief and goal that arresting and holding prolific thieves accountable will help reduce these crimes for the entire business community. PPB is grateful to our part- ners and MCDA Retail Theft Task Force for their collaboration aimed at addressing retail theft in the Portland Metropolitan area. Calendar of Events May 24 Rose Festival Opening Night Fireworks May 24-27 Rose Festival City Fair May26-June 9 Rose Festival Treasure Hunt May31-June 2 Rose Festival City Fair & Starry Nights Jun1 American Heart Association Heart & Stroke Walk June 1 Starlight Run June 1 CareOregon Starlight Parade June 5 Fred Meyer Junior Parade June 5-9 Rose Festival Fleet Week June 6-7 Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show June 6-27 Oregon Society of Artists June 7 Royal Rosarians Honorary Knighting Ceremony June 7 June 7-9 Queen’s Coronation Rose Festival CityFair June 8 Grand Floral Parade June 8-9 Grand Floral Float Showcase presented by OMSI June 8-9 Rose Festival Dragon Boat Race June 23 Royal Rosarians Milk Carton Boat Race Portland Business District Cleanup with CareOregon. The May Business District Cleanup is sponsored by CareOregon and the Portland Rose Festival Foundation. Business District Cleanup with CareOregon Initiative to Transform and Beautify Downtown Portland Keeping Portland's down- town clean is crucial for our economy and environment. Litter not only impacts our community's appearance but also the health of our streets, neighborhoods, and waterways. The monthly Portland Business District Cleanup is dedicated to preparing the city for the annu- al Rose Festival. Together with CareOregon and the Portland Rose Festival Foundation, vol- unteers will beautify our city and waterfront, ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for festival visitors and protecting local wildlife from the harmful effects of trash. The community united to welcome everyone to the Rose City for a summer of clean and safe fun!
