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Hatchet-wielding drug trafficker who sold fentanyl in downtown Portland sentenced
PORTLAND, Ore. () — A drug dealer active in the Portland area was sentenced to more than six years in federal prison, authorities said. Bexon Javier Calix-Rivera was 'a Honduran national unlawfully residing in Portland,' the U.S. Department of Justice said. The 21-year-old had multiple encounters and arrests with the Portland Police Bureau downtown for alleged drug dealing and other charges, stretching back to two years ago. On Thursday, Calix-Rivera was sentenced to 78 months in prison and four years of supervised release. Longview OKs 'zero-tolerance policy' for camping Following a six-count indictment by a federal grand jury in Portland on June 11, 2024, on multiple drug trafficking and gun charges, Calix-Rivera ultimately pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl earlier this year. On June 4, 2024, PPB officers saw Calix-Rivera carrying a hatchet, recognizing him from previous drug arrest encounters. He was once again engaging in 'hand-to-hand drug transactions in downtown Portland,' the U.S. DOJ said. 'Officers attempted to detain Calix-Rivera, but he fled on foot,' The U.S. DOJ said in a press release. 'When officers apprehended Calix-Rivera, they seized fentanyl powder, a firearm, and $755 in cash. PPB officers booked Calix-Rivera in the Multnomah County Jail, and he was released the same day.' Ten days prior to this arrest, PPB officers encountered Calix-Rivera in downtown Portland, detained him, and seized hundreds of fentanyl pills, fentanyl powder, and $1,492 in cash. He was arrested and later released. Before that, PPB had first encountered and arrested Calix-Rivera back in January 2023. Police officers had arrived at a pre-arranged drug deal in Portland, court records say. Officers found thousands of fentanyl pills, fentanyl powder and heroin after searching his car He was booked into the Multnomah County Jail and released the next day. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New Straits Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
PPB posts higher net profit of RM375.83mil in 1Q25
KUALA LUMPUR: PPB Group Bhd's net profit rose to RM375.83 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) from RM337.17 million in 1Q 2024, while its revenue also increased to RM1.35 billion in 1Q 2025 from RM1.29 billion previously. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia today, the group attributed its performance to higher contributions from Wilmar International Ltd, which increased to RM283 million in 1Q 2025 from RM266 million previously. PPB owns an 18.8 per cent equity interest in Wilmar, one of Asia's largest integrated agribusiness groups. "At the same time, core business segments recorded a 25 per cent increase in profit to RM127 million in 1Q 2025 (1Q 2024: RM102 million)," it said. On prospects, it said the grain and agribusiness segment will continue to closely monitor global grain prices and adopt prudent sourcing strategies, given the commodity market's vulnerability to adverse weather conditions in key grain-producing regions and evolving government policies. "These challenges are further compounded by heightened global uncertainties and economic pressures arising from the escalation of United States tariff measures. "Nonetheless, the group remains committed to upholding high product quality by leveraging its technical expertise and delivering reliable customer service. We are confident in our ability to remain resilient and deliver a satisfactory performance in 2025," it added. Meanwhile, PPB said the consumer products segment will continue to expand its product range and strengthen its market presence to enhance distribution efficiency amid rising operating costs. "Supported by resilient domestic household spending, a well-established distribution network and robust logistics infrastructure, the segment is well-positioned to respond effectively to evolving market demand and is expected to deliver a satisfactory performance in 2025," it said. — BERNAMA TAGS: PPB, result, 1Q 2025, Wilmar
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rep. Janelle Bynum calls Republican-backed tax bill ‘trash' during town hall in Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. () — U.S. Representative Janelle Bynum (D-OR) held a town hall in Portland Tuesday night, in part to rail against the Republican-backed tax bill she voted against. The public event was open to all and focused on her pushback against the policies of President Donald Trump's administration. It was the second town hall in a 10-part series this summer, taking place across Oregon's District 5. 'Lot less trash': PPB ratchets up deflection referrals The Lewis and Clark College Agnes Flanagan Chapel in Portland hosted Rep. Bynum's self-described 'Give 'Em Hell Tour' event, representing the sixth total town hall she has helmed since joining Congress. Many people at the town hall expressed worry about the future, especially when it comes to potential cuts to Social Security, Medicaid and SNAP benefits, all targeted in the piece of legislation. The , which Bynum called 'trash' at one point, recently passed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives by a razor-thin margin. Nicknamed by its supporters as the 'big, beautiful bill,' it includes huge spending reductions, stricter requirements for federal aid programs, and increased border funding, among other things. The 1,000-page document also slashes billions from SNAP or food stamps. The bill is now headed to the U.S. Senate. Pokémon cards worth $1K+ stolen from game store Bynum has joined in condemning the bill. On Tuesday night, she emphasized that she voted 'no' during the reading of the bill, which went late into the overnight hours, in Washington D.C. last week. 'One of the reasons we're having these townhalls is to raise awareness and put public pressure on my Republican counterparts to not cut things that are so precious and important to Americans,' Bynum said. Bynum's constituents expressed similar disdain for the proposed law. However, others at the town hall also criticized the lawmaker for other issues, such as her stance on the Israel-Gaza war. At one point during the proceedings, a couple of people heckled Bynum for what they said was in protest of the congresswoman allegedly accepting funds from pro-Israeli groups. However, emcees at the event quickly shut down the commotion. One woman asked why Bynum voted 'yes' on the Laken Riley Act, a law aimed at cracking down on immigrants charged with certain crimes. 'What are you doing to make up for this shameful vote, protect immigrants, and protect due process?' the woman asked. Bynum will be in Albany next week, the third stop in her 'Give 'Em Hell Tour.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Star
16-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Open day aims to enhance employability, marketability for Brunei job seekers
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: JobCentre Brunei (JCB) will be organising Hari Terbuka PPB, an annual event aimed at showcasing and promoting JCB's services, initiatives and programmes to local job seekers. The event will provide job seekers with the opportunity to register an account on the PPB portal, receive CV and interview tips from JCB's certified career coaches, obtain job-matching consultations and to learn more about the available apprenticeship and upskilling programmes. Local job seekers and members of the public who attend will also have the chance to listen to talks, forums and sharing sessions from industry experts, invited facilitators and representatives from relevant agencies on the importance of learning multiple skills to enhance employability and marketability. The one-day programme will be held on May 22 at Cenderawasih Ballroom, Brunei Shell Recreation Club in Panaga, Seria in the Belait District from 8.30am to 12.15pm and will resume from 2pm to 4.30pm. - Borneo Bulletin/ANN
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
Portland police officer recounts ‘surreal' traffic stop near-death experience
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Portland police officer is sharing more details after a shooting three years ago nearly claimed his life in the line of duty. Officer Adi Ramic was one of four PPB officers who exchanged gunfire with a suspect near Northeast 78th Avenue and Mason Street the night of May 6, 2022. In a new video released by PPB, Ramic – who immigrated from Bosnia in the early 1990s – recounted the incident, which started off as a traffic stop conducted by him and another officer with the Focused Intervention Team. Man fatally shot in Northwest Portland near Steel Bridge 'I remember taking his name down, or the name that he gave me, he obviously ended up being fake, which I knew because he didn't know how to spell it,' said Ramic. 'And then the date of birth he gave me when I asked him how old he was, he was, like, three years off. At that point, we decided to pull him out of the car to take him into custody.' Then Ramic told the driver – identified as Matthew R. Leahey – to put his hands on his head while being seated in the car. But before Leahey touched his head, he quickly reached down and grabbed a gun, according to Ramic. 'I was able to hold his arm down, but he was able to flex his arm towards me and with the gun and crank off a couple rounds right past my head,' he recalled. 'That was scary. That was, that was very scary. It was just surreal.' What is Mercy Corps' future after budget cuts, building sale? Ramic said he then ducked for cover as two more bullets flew over his head. Leahey then left the car and raised the gun to fire at another officer before he was shot by police. He was then taken to the hospital by ambulance with life-threatening injuries. 'He's a very lucky guy, because part of our team were able to approach him and get him medical help, saving his life,' Ramic said. All of the officers involved, including Ramic, were placed on paid administrative leave during the investigation, which is standard protocol. No officers were injured and officials said a semiautomatic handgun was also seized as evidence. On May 27, Leahey was arrested and charged with first-degree attempted murder, second-degree attempted assault, unlawful use of a weapon, as well as felon in possession of a firearm. In June 2023, Leaheyto two counts of attempted murder, one count of unlawful use of a weapon and one count of felon in possession of a firearm. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison 'Most importantly, this is a reminder, I think, to all of us, that life is very precious, and we need to live it to our best abilities,' Ramic said at Leahey's sentencing hearing. 'Because tomorrow truly is never promised.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
