Man Sentenced for Fatal Southeast Portland Shooting
Joshua Thielbar received an 18-year total prison sentence for the death of Brianne Pardue.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Criminal Justice
Joshua Thielbar has been sentenced to prison for the shooting death of 45-year-old Brianne Pardue at a home in the 14400 block of Southeast Harrison Street. A Multnomah County jury convicted the 36-year-old on September 10.
Why it matters
The case highlights the outcome of a fatal incident that took place on March 17, 2025, leaving the victim's young daughter without a mother. Prosecutors successfully refuted claims that the victim was an intruder, noting that no evidence supported the defendant's allegations of a broken window or harassment.
Thielbar received a total prison sentence of 18 years, divided into 8 years to be served in Oregon and 10 years in Montana, following his conviction for second-degree manslaughter and related weapon charges.
The players
Joshua Thielbar
The 36-year-old defendant who was convicted and sentenced for the shooting death of Brianne Pardue.
Brianne Pardue
The 45-year-old victim who was shot and killed in her home.
The details
Thielbar admitted to using methamphetamine on the day he shot Pardue with a weapon borrowed from a neighbor. During the trial, evidence showed he had his finger on the trigger, undermining his defense that he believed the victim was an intruder. The court issued the sentence following his convictions for second-degree manslaughter, unlawful use of a weapon, and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Timeline
March 17, 2025: The shooting occurred in the 14400 block of Southeast Harrison Street.
September 10, 2026: A Multnomah County jury convicted Thielbar of manslaughter and weapon charges.
October 1, 2026: Thielbar was sentenced in court.
Beyond the Bridges
This sentencing follows the established legal precedent for consecutive prison terms across state lines under the Oregon mandatory minimum sentencing guidelines. It marks the conclusion of a local case that highlights how state law handles firearm-related manslaughter convictions.
This case brings a formal legal resolution to an incident that occurred in the 14400 block of Southeast Harrison Street. The sentencing ensures that the individual responsible for the crime will serve time in both Oregon and Montana prisons.
The takeaway
The court's decision confirms an 18-year total prison sentence for the defendant, bringing a close to the legal proceedings for the March 2025 shooting. Residents can follow future reports on state-level correctional movements for updates regarding his custody status.
Further reading
For more information on the local legal process, see Criminal Justice.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Oregon Live.
