Officers Cleared in Fatal Shooting at Chestnut Tree Inn
Prosecutors released body-camera footage from the encounter that left a suspect and a police dog dead.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Law Enforcement
Local prosecutors have cleared four officers of criminal wrongdoing following a fatal shooting at the Chestnut Tree Inn. The incident occurred as police moved to arrest Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell, who was wanted for the homicide of Jeff Thompson.
Why it matters
The release of investigative findings and body-camera footage follows a fatal encounter involving multiple officers and a K-9 unit. Prosecutors cited no material facts in dispute as the reason for the decision to decline prosecution.
Prosecutors reviewed an incident where four officers fired 13 total rounds, striking the 39-year-old suspect 10 times. The fatal encounter followed the September 24th death of 60-year-old Jeff Thompson in Gresham.
The players
Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell
The 39-year-old suspect who died during a police encounter.
Jeff Thompson
The 60-year-old homicide victim found in Gresham.
Jerry Ables
A police officer with 21 years of experience who was involved in the shooting.
Kameron Fender
A police officer with 17 years of experience who was involved in the shooting.
Kylo
A police dog that died after sustaining injuries during the arrest attempt.
The details
The shooting took place after officers attempted to arrest Campbell, who was a suspect in the homicide of Jeff Thompson. Investigators stated that Campbell pointed a 0.22 caliber firearm at officers before the exchange of fire occurred. During the struggle, the K-9 Kylo was mortally wounded and later died at an animal hospital. Officers Jerry Ables, with 21 years of experience, and Kameron Fender, with 17 years, were among those involved.
Timeline
September 24, 2026, 7 a.m.: Police found homicide victim Jeff Thompson.
September 24, 2026, 1:48 p.m.: Officers attempted to arrest Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell.
October 8, 2026: Prosecutors released findings and body-camera footage.
Beyond the Bridges
This decision follows the standard prosecutorial review of officer-involved shootings in the region. It mirrors previous outcomes where investigators determined no material facts were in dispute following a fatal encounter.
The case is now closed following the release of the decline-to-prosecute memo. There are no pending court actions or public testimony windows associated with this incident.
The takeaway
The release of body-camera footage provides the public with the visual evidence used by prosecutors to reach their conclusion. Residents can continue to monitor official bureau updates for any future administrative policy briefings.
Further reading
You can find more background on local policy in our Law Enforcement section.
