Lachelle Renea Banks was 27 when she was murdered in Portland, Oregon, on June 6, 1998. The killing is described as violent; few specifics about the circumstances are available and no suspect has been apprehended.

Portland cold case investigators have re-examined evidence in the years since but the case remains unsolved, and her family continues to seek closure. Authorities have asked the public to come forward with any information or leads that might help identify who was responsible.

If anyone knew Lachelle, saw something in Portland around June 6, 1998, or has information that could help bring justice, please contact the appropriate Portland investigative unit.