Executive Summary
- MCSO deputies are investigating a body found on Sauvie Island on Monday afternoon.
- Law enforcement responded to a suspicious priority call near NW Oak Island Road.
- Authorities have confirmed there is no immediate danger to the public.
Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies have initiated a formal death investigation following the discovery of a deceased individual on Sauvie Island in Oregon on Monday afternoon.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement personnel responded to a “suspicious priority call” shortly before 3:00 p.m. in the 23400 block of NW Oak Island Road, located near the intersection of NW Reeder Road. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies confirmed the presence of a body.
Investigators have not yet released details regarding the condition of the remains, nor have they provided information on the gender or identity of the deceased. MCSO detectives are currently processing the scene to gather evidence and establish the circumstances surrounding the death.
Investigative Outlook
While the investigation is in its preliminary stages, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office has stated that there is currently no known threat to the public, suggesting the incident may be isolated. The immediate focus for investigators will likely involve coordination with the medical examiner to identify the deceased and determine the official cause and manner of death.
