MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. (MCSO) – Deputies with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) have arrested a 25-year-old fugitive out of Clark County, Washington, and recovered a firearm equipped with an extended magazine.

This investigation began at approximately 2:45 a.m. on Sunday, December 21, 2025, when deputies conducted a traffic stop near Northeast Halsey Street and Northeast Fairview Parkway in Fairview. MCSO deputies identified the driver as Matthew Cash and learned he had an outstanding Clark County warrant for his arrest.

Based on the preliminary investigation, Cash initially complied with deputies but suddenly tried restarting his vehicle during the stop. When the car failed to start, Cash is accused of exiting the vehicle, confronting a deputy in a fighting stance, and running away.

Cash ignored multiple verbal commands to stop. During the foot pursuit, Cash tripped and fell down a small embankment. It is alleged he continued to resist and attempted to run from deputies. Deputies warned Cash that force would be used if he did not comply.

Deputies deployed a Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW), commonly known as a Taser, to gain compliance and safely take Cash into custody. Paramedics responded and conducted a medical evaluation; Cash did not sustain any serious injuries.

During the subsequent investigation, MCSO deputies recovered a handgun with a loaded extended magazine and illegal narcotics. The firearm also had a switch on it converting it from a semi-automatic handgun to fully automatic. These devices allow for the continuous firing of bullets without a person needing to pull the trigger each time.

Deputies booked Cash into the Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) on charges that include attempting to elude by vehicle, attempting to elude on foot, escape, resisting arrest, possession of methamphetamine, possession of cocaine, being a felon in possession of a firearm, and illegal possession of a weapon.

A photo of the seized firearm is being released. Media may use this photo, crediting the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.

Charges are only allegations, and every arrested person is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. ORS 133.870 generally prohibits the release of jail booking photos to the public unless it is determined that there is a law enforcement purpose.

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.