Portland Police Bureau Cold Case Homicide Unit

The Portland Police Bureau maintains a Cold Case Homicide Unit that is based at Portland Police Headquarters and is responsible for investigating unsolved homicides and long-term suspicious death investigations within the city's jurisdiction. The unit reviews inactive cases, coordinates forensic testing with external laboratories, and solicits public tips to advance investigations. It works in partnership with other local, state, and federal agencies when cases require additional resources or cross-jurisdictional cooperation.