FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                 

DATE:  November 24, 2023

Salem, Ore., Marion County — On November 24, 2023, at approximately 11:00 a.m., deputies were called to the area of Arabian Ave SE and Sorrel Ct SE regarding a report of a disturbance involving a male subject who was reportedly armed and firing gunshots.

Several area law enforcement personnel responded from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Salem Police Department, and the Oregon State Police and found the suspect. During this incident, shots were fired by the officers. The suspect was injured during the incident, and medical assistance was immediately rendered. However, the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

No officers were injured in the incident.

Pursuant to Senate Bill 111 protocols, the Keizer Police Department and Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office will lead the investigation in coordination with the Marion County District Attorney’s Office. There is no outstanding danger to the community. All further information will be released by the lead investigating agencies.

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