Armed carjacking investigation leads to 3 arrests in Gresham, 4th suspect at large
PORTLAND, Ore. () — A carjacking investigation that began in Gresham and spilled over into Portland led to the arrest of three people — including two juveniles — with a fourth suspect still at large, authorities said.
At around 12:45 a.m. Wednesday morning, the Gresham Police Department said they responded to reports of a carjacking at gunpoint near Southeast 185th and Southeast Stark Street in the Rockwood Neighborhood.
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'The victim reported that he had been robbed of his vehicle after being lured to the location on a messaging application. Four suspects fled the scene in the victim's car,' Gresham police said.
The vehicle was later spotted by a Multnomah County Sheriff's deputy, who attempted to stop them, but the driver took off toward I-84. The Portland Police Bureau later took over the investigation since the stolen car entered their jurisdiction.
The car was later found abandoned near Northeast 19th Avenue and Northeast Pacific Street.
'All four suspects ran across I-84. A passing motorist reported seeing the suspects carrying handguns as they ran toward the Lloyd Center exit,' Gresham police said.
Three of the four suspects were later located following a search of the surrounding area of the car by Gresham police, Portland police and the sheriff's office. There was also evidence collected from the robbery, officials said.
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Donald Kargbo, 21, is accused of first-degree robbery, menacing, unauthorized use of a vehicle, attempt to elude, reckless driving and recklessly endangering another person. The two juvenile suspects were referred to the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office juvenile unit, officials said. The fourth suspect was not found.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Gresham police.
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