On April 19, 2019, a fatal shooting in Northwest Portland left 29-year-old Trayontay D. Jones dead. The shooting occurred near Northwest 4th Avenue and Couch after what witnesses described as a large melee; one witness, Joseph Jacobs, reported 15 to 20 people involved in the altercation. The medical examiner confirmed Jones died of a gunshot wound.

The Portland Police Bureau’s Homicide Unit investigated the scene, collected forensic evidence, and developed a suspect. Investigators identified 23-year-old Willie Mitchell in connection with the shooting, and he was later arrested in Eugene, Oregon. The arrest was described as a significant development for the family and community.

If anyone witnessed the disturbance that evening or has additional information about the events near Northwest 4th Avenue and Couch, please share what is known.