On October 5, 2018, 44-year-old Markell Devon Jones was shot and killed outside the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.

The investigation identified a suspect, Robert James Jr., who was arrested and charged in connection with the shooting. Jones’ family spoke publicly after the killing, with his sister Tonya Jones urging the community to confront the problem of gun violence and calling for action to prevent other families from suffering similar losses.

The shooting and the family’s response highlight the human toll of gun violence in Portland. If anyone knew Markell Jones, saw activity near the Moda Center on October 5, 2018, or has information relevant to this case, please come forward to share what you know.