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Portland Councilor Candace Avalos Investigated for Suspicious Arson

10/28/2025

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Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos is under investigation for arson after a fire at her home on October 26, 2025.
Firefighters arrived at 2:40 a.m. to find multiple vehicles and a carport on fire; Avalos and her cat escaped unharmed.
The Portland Police Bureau deemed the fire "suspicious" and is considering arson among other causes.
Mayor Keith Wilson and other councilors expressed support for Avalos, highlighting their commitment to her safety during the investigation.
This incident follows a previous arson targeting another Portland politician in January 2024.

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Story summary

Portland City Councilor Candace Avalos is under investigation for arson after a fire at her home on October 26, 2025.
Firefighters arrived at 2:40 a.m. to find multiple vehicles and a carport on fire; Avalos and her cat escaped unharmed.
The Portland Police Bureau deemed the fire "suspicious" and is considering arson among other causes.
Mayor Keith Wilson and other councilors expressed support for Avalos, highlighting their commitment to her safety during the investigation.
This incident follows a previous arson targeting another Portland politician in January 2024.