MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. -- The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating a shooting that occurred late Friday afternoon near Northeast 235th Avenue and Northeast Arata Road in Wood Village.

This investigation began at 4:14 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026, when a school bus driver called 911 to report a shooting near a bus stop.

First responding deputies quickly arrived at the scene and found an injured female minor with a gunshot wound. Deputies immediately provided life-saving measures until paramedics arrived and took her to a local hospital. She was reported to be alert and responsive during on-scene care.

While the victim is confirmed to be a minor, her exact age has not yet been verified. The connection between the victim, the school bus, and others present during the shooting remains under investigation.

According to witnesses, the suspect ran from the area immediately after the incident, and a search is underway. There is no shelter-in-place order.

Detectives are responding to determine the circumstances of what occurred and locate the individual responsible. There may be traffic delays near the intersection of Northeast 235th Avenue and Northeast Arata Road.

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community's patience and cooperation as this investigation unfolds.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 911 or the non-emergency line at 503-823-3333.

A Public Information Officer (PIO) is not responding to the scene at this time.

Further updates will be provided as verified information becomes available.

The information contained in this news release is based on a preliminary review of the details available to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. As the investigation progresses, information may change.  

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