Man slain in car near Washington Square, homicide investigation underway
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A man investigators believe was specifically targeted was found shot to death inside a car in the parking lot of Washington Square Mall.
Just after 9:30 p.m. Monday, a caller told Tigard police he heard "pops" a few minutes before finding the man slumped over behind the wheel. Officers arrived and determined the man was already dead.
The parking lot was taped off and homicide detectives were called in.
As of Tuesday afternoon, Tigard police do not believe there is any danger to the public. Investigators said they won’t release the victim’s name until family members have been located and notified.
Detectives are looking at surveillance video and other evidence from the scene.
This is a developing story that will be updated as soon as additional information is confirmed.