Portland police: Understaffing prompts closure of Property Crimes Unit to address 'most egregious crimes'

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Say goodbye to Portland police’s Property Crimes Unit. 

The Portland Police Bureau confirmed it will be reassigning officers currently in the unit tasked with investigating crimes like burglaries, stolen cars and identity theft.

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The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office said the call made by Portland Police Chief Bob Day comes down to understaffing.

However, police said they will still investigate property crimes.