Portland Officers Cleared in Fatal Shooting

Prosecutors have declined to file charges against four officers involved in the death of a murder suspect.

Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Law Enforcement

Portland Officers Cleared in Fatal Shooting

Prosecutors in Portland have cleared four police officers of criminal wrongdoing in the fatal shooting of 39-year-old Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell. The incident occurred during an attempted arrest related to the homicide of 60-year-old Jeff Thompson.

Why it matters

The decision follows a review of the fatal encounter in which investigators determined no material facts were in dispute. Body-camera footage was released to the public alongside the findings to provide transparency regarding the incident.

Four officers were cleared of criminal liability after firing 13 total shots, striking the suspect 10 times. Authorities recovered a 0.22 caliber firearm from the suspect, who died alongside a police dog named Kylo.

The players

Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell

The 39-year-old suspect was wanted for the homicide of Jeff Thompson.

Jeff Thompson

The 60-year-old victim was discovered in Gresham prior to the confrontation.

Jerry Ables

This officer involved in the shooting has 21 years of service experience.

Kameron Fender

This officer involved in the shooting has 17 years of service experience.

The details

Police attempted to arrest Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell at the Chestnut Tree Inn, where he pointed a firearm at the officers. A police dog, Kylo, dragged the suspect to the ground before the officers opened fire.

September 24, 2026, 7 a.m.: Jeff Thompson was found deceased.
September 24, 2026, 1:48 p.m.: Officers attempted to arrest Eddie Brandon Todd Campbell.
October 8, 2026: Prosecutors released findings and body-camera footage.

Legal Context

The clearing of these officers follows established review protocols for lethal force incidents in the city. The process aligns with recent local standards for evaluating officer-involved shootings against the backdrop of ongoing public oversight.

Residents can review the released body-camera footage to understand the circumstances of the encounter. Local authorities have emphasized that the investigation is now closed, with no further criminal proceedings expected regarding the shooting.

The takeaway

Transparency in officer-involved shootings remains a focus for local prosecutors seeking to maintain public trust. Authorities continue to emphasize that official investigative findings are based on a review of all physical evidence and video documentation.