St. Johns Driver Reports Shooting on North Ivanhoe
The Portland Police Bureau is investigating after a bullet struck a passing car just before 4 p.m. on October 19.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Violence
St. Johns drivers may want to exercise caution after a motorist reported being shot at while traveling on North Ivanhoe. The Portland Police Bureau is investigating the incident, in which a bullet struck a car window and marked a door panel.
Why it matters
Incidents of road-related violence in residential neighborhoods like St. Johns cause significant concern for those commuting or running errands. The police investigation aims to determine the origin of the gunfire since no physical evidence was recovered at the scene.
A single driver reported the incident to the Portland Police Bureau after a bullet marked his vehicle on October 19. Investigators have not yet identified the suspect vehicle or recovered physical evidence from the North Ivanhoe scene.
The players
Portland Police Bureau
The agency responsible for investigating criminal activity and public safety incidents within the city.
The details
The driver reported that a bullet passed through his car window and struck a door panel just before 4 p.m. while he was traveling eastbound on North Ivanhoe. He believes the shot came from another vehicle he had just passed. The Portland Police Bureau is currently investigating, though they found no shell casings at the site to assist in identifying the source.
Timeline
October 19, 2026, just before 4 p.m.
Beyond the Bridges
This investigation follows the standard protocol established by the Portland Police Bureau for incidents involving public safety threats on city streets. It remains part of a broader ongoing effort to manage violent crime reports across Portland neighborhoods.
If you were traveling on North Ivanhoe near the time of the incident, you should review any dashcam footage you may have recorded. Residents with information regarding the shooting should contact local authorities to assist with the ongoing investigation.
The takeaway
Incidents of road violence can happen quickly, making it difficult for investigators to recover physical evidence. Keep an eye on local safety updates and contact the Portland Police Bureau if you have information about this event.
Further reading
You can find more reports on community safety in our Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KATU.
