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Portland Police Shoot, Kill Suspect During Gunpoint Chase

8/28/2026

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Portland police shot and killed 37-year-old Jacob Hastings during a chase.
Hastings threatened Nova Seafood staff with a firearm while shirtless.
He fled in a stolen pickup stealing additional vehicles at gunpoint during the citywide chase.
He ignored commands and reached into his waistband before police shot him.
Officers Anthony George, Jordin Jackson and Greg Ishihara were placed on administrative leave while the Attorney General’s Office investigates.

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Story summary

Portland police shot and killed 37-year-old Jacob Hastings during a chase.
Hastings threatened Nova Seafood staff with a firearm while shirtless.
He fled in a stolen pickup stealing additional vehicles at gunpoint during the citywide chase.
He ignored commands and reached into his waistband before police shot him.
Officers Anthony George, Jordin Jackson and Greg Ishihara were placed on administrative leave while the Attorney General’s Office investigates.