2 Portland police officers hospitalized after suspect fires shots in Northeast Portland

KGW • January 20, 2026 • nation

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Portland police have blocked off a large area in Northeast Portland after a suspect shot at officers, resulting in two officers being hospitalized.
The incident occurred near Northeast 17th Avenue and Northeast Clackamas Street, with the initial call received at 8:22 p.m. Monday.
Over 60 police units, including the Special Emergency Reaction Team and Crisis Negotiation Team, are involved in an active tactical response to locate the suspect in the Sullivan's Gulch neighborhood.
Multiple roads are closed, and residents within the perimeter are advised to stay indoors with doors and windows locked; no pedestrian or vehicle traffic is allowed in the area.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the suspect or suspicious activity to contact 911 immediately