Ryan Stone Zinkand, 37, was shot in the pre-dawn hours of September 1, 2024, in Portland’s Sumner Neighborhood. Officers found him injured in the street at Northeast 92nd Avenue and Northeast Webster Street around 3:31 a.m.; he was taken to a hospital and later died of a gunshot wound the Medical Examiner ruled a homicide. The suspect or suspects had fled before police arrived and no arrests have been announced.

The Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit is investigating and has asked the public for tips, providing contact information for the lead detectives. Family members described the loss as a sudden and tragic passing and have requested privacy. If anyone was in the area that morning or has information about the shooting, please contact the investigators handling the case.