Police Seek Teen Suspect in East Burnside Robbery
Detectives are investigating the September 30 armed robbery of a convenience store in the 10100 block of East Burnside Street.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Property Crime
Detectives from the Portland Police Bureau are searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery that occurred on September 30, 2026, at a convenience store in the 10100 block of East Burnside Street. No injuries were reported during the incident, which took place in the mid-afternoon.
Why it matters
Armed robberies in East Portland convenience stores remain a point of concern for residents and small business owners in the area. Police are currently working to identify the individual responsible and are asking for public assistance in the investigation.
The incident occurred under police case number 26-285793 at 3:34 p.m. on September 30, 2026. Investigators have yet to confirm the identity of the suspect.
The players
Portland Police Bureau
The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating crimes within the city.
The details
Portland Police Bureau detectives report that the suspect, described as a Black male in his teens, brandished a firearm while robbing the store located in the 10100 block of East Burnside Street. The suspect was last seen wearing a black jacket with gray sleeves featuring an 'A' emblem. Authorities are currently reviewing evidence as the search for the suspect continues.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: The robbery occurred at 3:34 p.m.
Beyond the Bridges
This investigation follows the standard procedures utilized by the Portland Police Bureau for reported armed robberies. It marks a typical, albeit concerning, instance of property crime in an East Portland commercial corridor.
Residents in the East Burnside area should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. If you have information regarding the suspect, you can contact investigators referencing case 26-285793.
The takeaway
The suspect in this September 30 robbery remains at large and is described as a teenage male wearing a black jacket with gray sleeves. Anyone with information should provide it to the Portland Police Bureau while referencing case number 26-285793.
Further reading
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