Portland shooting: Gunman killed, security guard slain in hospital shooting.

Gunman Dead After Lockdown at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

The Portland Police Bureau⁤ has confirmed that ‌a gunman, who caused‍ a lockdown at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center⁣ on Saturday afternoon,‍ is ⁣dead. The incident ended with an exchange of⁣ gunfire‍ between the shooter and officers.

Authorities reported that‌ the shooter fled the hospital after fatally shooting a security guard, triggering a manhunt that lasted for several hours.

Victim​ Identified as Bobby Smallwood

The victim, identified as Bobby Smallwood, tragically succumbed to his injuries despite the efforts of medical personnel. Legacy Health ​president and CEO, Kathryn Correia, ‍expressed deep sorrow over the⁣ loss and extended support to Smallwood’s loved ones, patients, and staff affected by the incident.

“Words cannot express‍ the profound grief we⁣ are‌ experiencing,” Correia said. “We⁤ offer our unwavering support to Bobby’s loved ones, to our patients in our care, to the staff at Legacy Good Samaritan, and to all ⁤of our employees and providers suffering today.”

Police Response ​and Updates

The Special Emergency Reaction Team and Crisis ⁢Negotiation Team were dispatched to the hospital in northwest Portland, Oregon, around 11 a.m. PDT. The Portland Fire Bureau also‌ provided assistance in the emergency room.

Portland Mayor⁢ Ted Wheeler ⁤assured the public that he was receiving ⁢updates from ⁢authorities and would continue to‌ share information about the⁢ ongoing investigation.

Bus Services Resumed

During ⁢the police activity,‍ bus ​services ‌were briefly interrupted‌ but later ⁤resumed in the afternoon.

The‌ identity of the deceased gunman has not yet been released. ‌This is a developing⁤ story,​ and further updates will be provided as new⁣ information becomes available.

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