Kenneth Wesley Boyer, 20, was found shot to death in a car on January 1, 1985, in a remote industrial area of North Portland. His body was discovered in a vehicle parked on N. Portland Road between N. Columbia Blvd and N. Marine Drive, a spot partially concealed by nearby parked equipment. Boyer was an African-American male and had been shot while sitting in his vehicle.

Boyer was last seen leaving an address in the 5200 block of NE 9th Avenue with one identified individual, and another identified subject followed them from the residence. Investigators believe a falling out with an associate may have provided a motive. Boyer had a criminal history, which may have been relevant to the circumstances of his death. No arrests or convictions have been reported, and the Portland Police Bureau Cold Case Homicide Unit continues to seek information.

If anyone knew Kenneth, the people he associated with, or saw the vehicle on January 1, 1985, please contact the Cold Case Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers of Oregon with tips.