Police Chase From Gresham to Portland Ends With Arrest of 13-Year-Old Who Claimed She Was Kidnapped
MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — Multiple law enforcement units, including air support, were involved in the recovery of a vehicle owned by relatives of a 13-year-old girl who thought she had been kidnapped when she was inside their car when it was stolen from a Gresham trampoline park.
However, according to the Gresham Police Department, the girl was involved in the plan to steal the vehicle.
A Multi-Task Force, Including Air Support, Was Involved in the Recovery of the Stolen Vehicle
The drama unfolded on Sunday when the multi-task force was led on a chase from Gresham to Portland.
Officers from the Gresham and Portland police departments, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, aided by air support, finally stopped the vehicle on Interstate 84 after using spike strips. Officers then boxed in the car with police vehicles.
An adult male, two juvenile males, and the 13-year-old girl were arrested. It is not known if they have been charged.
- Feb 28 2026 : Car reported stolen at Sky Zone in Gresham with 13 year old inside.
- Feb 28 2026 : Pursuit goes from Gresham toward Portland on Interstate 84.
- Feb 28 2026 : Spike strips deployed and vehicle boxed in on I 84.
- Feb 28 2026 : Four arrested : adult male, two juvenile males, 13 year old.
- Mar 1 2026 : Police say girl helped plan the theft.