Portland: Man Arrested After Alleged Shooting in Downtown Park

Portland: Man Arrested After Alleged Shooting in Downtown ParkPortland: Man Arrested After Alleged Shooting in Downtown Park Portland, Oregon – On Friday evening, Portland Police arrested a 32-year-old man suspected of shooting another man in a downtown park. According to police, officers responded to a report of a shooting at Waterfront Park around 7:30 p.m. Upon arrival, they found a 30-year-old male victim with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to the leg. Witnesses reported seeing a male suspect fleeing the scene. Police conducted a search of the area and located the suspect hiding in bushes nearby. He was taken into custody without incident. The suspect, identified as James Wilson, was charged with first-degree assault, unlawful use of a weapon, and reckless endangerment. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is expected to recover. The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking for anyone with information to come forward. They are urging the public to avoid the area around Waterfront Park while the investigation continues. This incident marks the second shooting in a Portland park in the past week. On Tuesday, a 16-year-old boy was shot and injured in Lents Park. The recent shootings have raised concerns about public safety in Portland parks. Police are increasing patrols and resources in response to the incidents. Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler issued a statement condemning the violence and calling for an end to gun violence in the city. He urged residents to work together to create a safer community for all.