OR Man Ken Housman ID’d As Victim In Tuesday Portland Fatal Stabbing

PORTLAND, OR. (THECOUNT) — Kenny L. Housman, 73, of Portland, has been identified as the victim in a fatal stabbing that occurred Tuesday after midnight. Housman’s family has been notified of his untimely death, adding to the sorrow surrounding this violent act which happened near Housman’s Powellhurst-Gilbert home.

According to reports, officers from the East Precinct responded to the intersection of Southeast 136th Avenue and Southeast Clinton Street on reports of a person stabbed. When officers arrived at the location, they found a male victim who was suffering from life-threatening injuries. Housman was transported to an area hospital where he died.

The Medical Examiner confirmed that Housman died as a result of homicide by stab wound. This grim determination has intensified the urgency of the investigation as detectives work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The individual who was initially detained at the scene has since been released from police custody. While this person has not been charged with any crime, they are reportedly cooperating with detectives to help solve the case.

This case remains open and ongoing as the Portland Police continue to seek answers. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this crime to come forward. Those who can assist are asked to contact Detective J.D. McGuire at Jeff.Mcguire@police.portlandoregon.gov or Detective Brent Christensen at Brent.Christensen@police.portlandoregon.gov, referencing case number 24-175978. The collective effort of the community and law enforcement is crucial in bringing justice for Kenny L. Housman and his grieving family.

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