MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. -- The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update regarding the shooting that occurred on Friday afternoon near Northeast 235th Avenue and Northeast Arata Road in Wood Village.

Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives have learned that the teenage girl who was shot is 14 years old. She remains in the hospital with injuries that are considered non-life threatening. To protect her privacy, no additional information about her identity will be released.

The investigation into this shooting is progressing and is being led by detectives assigned to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. These detectives are coordinating with the district attorney’s office, speaking with witnesses, collecting and reviewing videos, and processing additional evidence. 

The circumstances leading up to the shooting, as well as the shooting itself, remain under investigation; however, detectives believe the incident may have started with an argument.

Following the shooting, the suspect left the scene. Detectives do not believe there is any threat to the public at this time.

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information about the moments leading up, during, after the shooting. Anyone who possesses cell phone video, or anyone with information regarding this case who has not already spoken with deputies, is asked to contact the non-emergency line at 503-823-3333.

The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office acknowledges the public interest surrounding this incident. The sheriff’s office must exercise care when making public statements related to an open investigation. Releasing uncorroborated information not yet established by independent witnesses or verified by detectives could compromise the integrity of the investigation and the administration of justice.

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. 

When there are additional confirmed updates, the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will provide another update. 

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