Melody Alexis Rooks, 33, was fatally shot on the evening of August 18, 2024, in Portland’s Hazelwood neighborhood. Her death was confirmed by the Portland Police Bureau the next day; authorities identified her and notified family, who have asked for privacy and released a photo for public use. Melody was born in 1991 and lived in Portland her entire life.

A funeral service was held on August 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM. The cause of death was gun violence.

If anyone knew Melody, saw something in Hazelwood on August 18, or has information that could help the investigation, please share it with Portland police.