Michael Johnson, a 53-year-old Black man, was found dead inside a tent in Portland’s Piedmont neighborhood in the pre-dawn hours of December 23, 2021. He died of a gunshot wound; the Oregon State Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death a homicide and the Portland Police Bureau opened an investigation.

Officers responded to a 911 call at 10:18 a.m. at North Vancouver Avenue and North Farragut Street. Investigators believe the shooter or shooters fled in a vehicle soon after the shooting and asked anyone who was in Farragut Park that morning to come forward, as well as anyone with surveillance footage from the area.

Family members said Michael looked out for others in the homeless community, sharing food and helping residents with their needs. No arrests have been announced and no suspects have been named. If anyone was in the Farragut Park area that morning or has information or footage that could help, please contact the Portland Police Bureau.