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11/22/2022

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – The Port of Portland Police Department has identified the victim in a deadly Saturday hotel shooting as an 18-year-old male.

According to Port of Portland P.D., at about 9:30 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to the Embassy Suites on Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Airport Way where victim Parnell Badon Jr., 18, was found.

According to officers, the shooting happened inside the hotel.

Officers said anywhere from one to three people left the scene after the shooting.The Portland Police Bureau also responded. Port of Portland police, along with the East County Major Crimes Team, is investigating. If anyone has any information, you’re asked to call the detective at (503) 460-4023.

11/21/2022

PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — One person died following a shooting at a hotel near the Portland airport on Saturday night.

The Port of Portland Police Department said at about 9:30 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to the Embassy Suites on Northeast 82nd Avenue and Northeast Airport Way. They say a shooting happened inside the hotel. One person was shot and killed.

Officers said anywhere from one to three people left the scene after the shooting. They have not made any arrests.

Another guest was on the third floor, where people said the incident happened. She said she heard the gun shots and took cover.

“We ran into our bedroom, barricaded ourselves in and just hid behind the mattresses and dialed 911,” Katherine Larsen said.

Larsen was one of many calling in.

“The dispatcher said ‘Okay. We’ve already had like 30 calls,’” she said.

Other guests FOX 12 spoke with said they were surprised coming back for the night to find a crime scene.

“We came back around 1:30 a.m.,” Sheldon Hicks said. “Seeing a bunch of police cars.”

Many said they’re still pretty shaken up.

“Just real scary,” Larsen said. “Something I don’t want to experience again.”

The Portland Police Bureau also responded. Port of Portland police, along with the East County Major Crimes Team, is investigating. If anyone has any information, you’re asked to call the detective at (503) 460-4023.

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11/21/2022

1 dead at Embassy Suites near PDX, shooter at large

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — One person was killed and as many as 3 suspects fled the scene at the Embassy Suites near Portland International Airport late Saturday night, officials with the Port of Portland said.

A heavy police presence showed up at the Embassy Suites near the Portland International Airport late Saturday night at the hotel off NE 82nd shortly before 10 p.m. Investigators with both PPB and the Port of Portland police arrived and the East County Major Crimes Team.

The Port of Portland shared Sunday morning that one person was killed in the shooting.

KOIN 6 New saw a massive group of guests outside in the cold for a time before they were allowed to go back inside by 11 p.m.

In a statement to KOIN 6 News, Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Airport General Manager Matthew Dalrymple said:

“We’re cooperating with the local authorities in their investigation. Our thoughts and prayers are with those impacted. The safety and comfort of our guests and team members is a top priority. Questions should be directed to the Port of Portland Police Department.”

Police are asking anyone with information related to this incident to call the case detective at 503.460.4023.

KOIN 6 News will have more information as it develops.

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11/20/2022

Homicide Victim in Cully Neighborhood Shooting Identified (Photo)

The victim in this homicide has been identified as 35-year old Shirlene S. Beaver. The Medical Examiner determined the cause of Ms. Beaver's death was from a gunshot wound and ruled her death a homicide.

Ms. Beaver's family shared a photo of her and a family member is willing to speak with media. Media should contact the Portland Police Public Information Officer for more information.

The other person injured in this case is not being identified at this time.

Photo description: Portrait of Shirlene S. Beaver

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One victim is deceased and another is injured after a shooting in the Cully Neighborhood.

On Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 8:25p.m., North Precinct officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 4600 block of Northeast Lombard Street. When they arrived they located two victims. One female adult was deceased at the scene. The second, an adult male, was transported by ambulance to the hospital with serious injuries. No immediate arrests were made.

The Portland Police Bureau Homicide Unit responded to the scene and is investigating. If anyone has information about this case, please contact Detective Sean Macomber at [email protected] 503-823-0404 or Detective Rico Beniga at [email protected] 503-823-0457.

During the investigation, one lane of Northeast Lombard Street is closed in the 4600 block, but vehicular traffic is not restricted.

The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released as appropriate.

11/20/2022

UPDATE #3: Suspect Arrested for 2019 Murder in North Portland (Photo)

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, The United States Marshal's Service Fugitive Task Force arrested Elijah L. Thomas, 39, of Portland, on a warrant for the murder of Quincy Gill. At his arrest, Thomas was in possession of a loaded handgun, which was seized as evidence. Thomas was interviewed by Homicide Detectives and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on the warrant for Murder in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

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December 12, 2019 17:01

The victim of last night's fatal shooting has been identified as 39-year-old Quincy Gill.

The Oregon State Medical Examiner's office has determined the manner of death as homicide and the cause as gunshot wound.

The family has been notified and would like the public to be aware of a vigil tonight at Northeast Fremont Street and Northeast Garfield Avenue at 6 p.m. They have provided the attached photographs, including one of Gill with his daughters.

This is an active investigation and if anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact Homicide Detectives. Information can be shared with Homicide Detective Anthony Merrill at (503) 823-4033 or [email protected] or Detective Scott Broughton at (503) 823-3774 or [email protected]
On Thursday, November 17, 2022, The United States Marshal's Service Fugitive Task Force arrested Elijah L. Thomas, 39, of Portland, on a warrant for the murder of Quincy Gill. At his arrest, Thomas was in possession of a loaded handgun, which was seized as evidence. Thomas was interviewed by Homicide Detectives and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on the warrant for Murder in the Second Degree, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Felon in Possession of a Firearm.

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December 12, 2019 17:01

The victim of last night's fatal shooting has been identified as 39-year-old Quincy Gill.

The Oregon State Medical Examiner's office has determined the manner of death as homicide and the cause as gunshot wound.

The family has been notified and would like the public to be aware of a vigil tonight at Northeast Fremont Street and Northeast Garfield Avenue at 6 p.m. They have provided the attached photographs, including one of Gill with his daughters.

This is an active investigation and if anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to contact Homicide Detectives. Information can be shared with Homicide Detective Anthony Merrill at (503) 823-4033 or [email protected] or Detective Scott Broughton at (503) 823-3774 or [email protected]

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The adult male who was shot in the shooting incident on December 11, 2019, was pronounced deceased at the scene despite life saving measures attempted by medical personnel.

Detectives with the Portland Police Bureau's Homicide Division responded and are currently conducting an investigation.

If anyone has information about this incident, or what led up to it, contact Homicide Detective Anthony Merrill at (503) 823-4033 or [email protected] or Detective Scott Broughton at (503) 823-3774 or [email protected]

The Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office will determine the cause and manner of death. Additionally, they will confirm the identity of the deceased individual. After next of kin are notified, additional information may be released as appropriate.

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On Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 at 9:18 p.m., North Precinct Officers responded to the area of Northeast Garfield Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street on a report that someone had been shot. Officers arrived in the area and located a victim. There is not an update on the person's condition at this time.

The suspect fled the scene of the shooting. Officers are currently searching the area for the suspect.

Investigators are in the early stages of this investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available. If anyone has information about this case, contact non-emergency dispatch at (503) 823-3333.

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11/20/2022

The victim in the June 20, 2022 homicide in the Roseway neighborhood is identified as McKeever W. Thompson III, 24, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death and provided the attached photograph for public release. They are requesting privacy at this time.

The medical examiner determined the manner and cause of death was homicide by gunshot wound. The investigation is continuing. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Michael Jones at [email protected] (503)823-0991 or Detective Michael Schmerber at [email protected] (503)823-0991. Please reference case number 22-164825.

11/20/2022

Portland Police Bureau

15-Year-Old Boy Shot, Seriously Injured in the Argay Terrace Neighborhood

A 15-year-old boy is in the hospital with serious injuries after he was shot in the Argay Terrace Neighborhood.

On Friday, November 18, 2022 at 5:12p.m., North Precinct officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 4300 block of Northeast 133rd Avenue. When officers arrived, they located a 15-year-old boy seriously injured. The officers used their trauma first aid training, including applying multiple tourniquets, to help control bleeding. Paramedics took over patient care, and he was transported to the hospital by ambulance with critical injuries. After treatment, his condition has been stabilized.

The suspect or suspects left the scene before officers were notified and no immediate arrests were made.

The Focused Intervention Team and the Enhanced Community Safety Team responded to the scene and are investigating. If anyone has information about this case, please contact [email protected] , attention ECST and reference case number 22-308350.

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11/15/2022

Portlander Shot By Security Guard With Alleged White Nationalist Ties Calls on DA to Convict

Kolby Ross is accusing the county prosecutor's office of mishandling a case that let a shooter walk freeIt's been four months since Kolby Ross was shot in the gut and leg by a security guard in downtown Portland while walking past a club doorway. While his wounds are slowly healing, Ross' pursuit for justice following the shooting—which killed a 19-year-old acquaintance named Lauren Abbott Jr.—is far from over.

"[Abbott] can’t speak for himself, so I want to be there for him," Ross, a 23-year-old father of three, told the Mercury Monday. "The least I can do is use my voice."

On Tuesday, Ross called on the Multnomah County District Attorney's office to consider pressing new charges against Jascha Manny, the security guard who fired at him. Ross is accusing the county prosecutor's office of wrongly pushing a grand jury to drop the initial charges filed against Manny, which Ross contends makes Abbott and himself look like the criminals.

11/12/2022

PPB, Crime Stoppers request public help with unsolved homicide case from 2015PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) – The Portland Police Bureau is working with Crime Stoppers of Oregon to solve the homicide of a 26-year-old man in 2015 and are asking for public help.

On Nov. 11, 2015, Portland Police responded to a shooting report in North Portland’s Eliot neighborhood. The victim, Laray William Seamster, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, officials said.

Seamster was rushed to the hospital but tragically died shortly after arriving. The only information police were able to gather from witnesses was that two younger Bselack men were involved in the shooting and fled the scene in a silver car.

Crime Stoppers, an organization funded completely by community donations, is offering up to $2,500 cash for information that leads to an arrest in the Seamster case or any unsolved felony crime.

Anyone wishing to submit a tip can do so through the Crime Stoppers website . Tipsters can remain anonymous.

11/07/2022

Heavy police presence in Southeast Portland near elementary school

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - Dozens of police and emergency personnel units responded to a call near Harrison Park School on Southeast 83rd Avenue at around 9 a.m. Monday morning.

The streets in the area have been blocked off.

10/28/2022

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - The Portland Police Bureau has identified a man who died last week after a shooting in the Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood.

The shooting happened on Thursday, Oct. 20, just before 11 p.m. near Southeast Henderson Street and Southeast 76th Avenue. Evidence of a shooting was found at the scene, but no victims were located.

A short time later, police said a man with a gunshot wound arrived at an area hospital. The victim, identified as 26-year-old Marquise T. Moore, was pronounced dead at the hospital.

No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Detective Jeff Sharp at [email protected] or 503-823-9773, or Detective Mike Jones at [email protected].

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10/22/2022

Now I know damn well he didn't just walk away from here

10/19/2022

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – The Oregon Department of Human Services is asking for the public’s help locating a missing 12-year-old.

According to ODHS, Jayla Mae Warren, 12, went missing from her foster home in Portland on Oct. 13. Authorities added concern Warren may be in danger.

Warren is described as a 5′6″ Black girl, weighing 110 lbs. She has black hair and brown eyes and typically wears tank tops and sweatpants, ODHS said Monday.

Officials added that Warren is known to spend time around the neighborhoods around SE 122nd Avenue and SE Powell Boulevard, and around SE 132nd Avenue and SE Powell Boulevard.

Anyone who sees Warren is asked to call 911 or local law enforcement.

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10/19/2022

Two members of one of the Portland-metro area's longest standing gangs were found guilty of racketeering charges — including murder, robbery and drug dealing — and will face potential life in federal prison for acts that spanned decades.

Lorenzo Laron Jones, 49, and Ronald Clayton Rhodes, 37, both of Portland, were found guilty Wednesday, Oct. 19, by a federal jury in Portland for racketeering conspiracy, murder in aid of racketeering, and using and carrying a firearm during a violent crime. Their actions took place in Portland and East Multnomah County.

"Prosecuting violent street gangs as racketeering enterprises is a powerful law enforcement tool we believe will reduce shootings in Portland and begin to restore the safe, vibrant community the public deserves," said Steven Mygrant, chief of the Narcotics and Criminal Enterprises Unit of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Oregon.

"When groups like this flood local streets with violence, the most effective response is for (…) a team of law enforcement to come together and leverage our most sophisticated investigative and prosecutorial methods," added Kieran Ramsey, special agent in charge of the FBI Portland Field Office.

According to court documents the Hoovers are a criminal street gang operating in Oregon. They originated in Los Angeles in the late 1960s and established a presence in Portland in the early 1980s. The gang has a loose hierarchical structure in which members have different amounts of influence based on age and activity. To maintain status, they must carry out violence, and are self-described as "everybody killers."

Jones and Rhodes are longtime Hoover members who together have 30 years of activity. They mentored younger members and new recruits, and directed them to conduct business and violence on behalf of the gang.

During the trial Jones was found guilty of murdering Wilbert Butler in 2017. He was also found to have engaged in multiple attempted murders, illegally possessing fi****ms as a convicted felon, and distributing controlled substances. Rhodes was found guilty of participating in the murder of Kyle Polk in 2015.

In November 2019 a federal grand jury in Portland returned a 13-count superseding indictment charging Jones, Rhodes and two accomplices with the various racketeering charges.

The pair will be sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Michael McShane at a later date.

The FBI, Portland Police Bureau, Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and Gresham Police Department teamed-up for the investigation.

10/19/2022

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — Two students were injured after a shooting near Jefferson High School Tuesday afternoon, according to Portland Public Schools.

In a statement, PPS said “there were shots fired today near Jefferson High School soon after dismissal time. At this time, we are aware of injuries to two students, both non-life-threatening.”

The Portland Police Bureau said the shooting took place near the school’s gym just before 4 p.m. — leaving a male student hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the leg. They received reports a female student may have been grazed by a bullet but are still working to confirm those initial reports.The school district added that the scene is “stabilized,” and students on campus were released to their parents at the Kerby Street exit.

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Portland police taped off the crime scene along North Commercial Avenue and Killingsworth for about two hours.

Charles Coleman, who witnessed the incident, told KOIN 6 News that he heard a succession of gunshots — estimating four or five shots were fired.

“It was pretty rapid, like a staccato ‘pop, pop, pop,’” Coleman said

Evidence markers show at least 3 bullets hit the building.

10/06/2022

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A former girlfriend of a man shot to death in Portland remains at large nearly 2 months after an arrest warrant was issued.

Janae Tanell Kelley is wanted for allegedly killing Aaron Follstad-Martin around SE 124th and Powell on July 15. Kelley, who is 6-feet-2 and 200 pounds, was arrested with Follstad-Martin in February 2022 on gun charges. It’s not known where the 42-year-old Kelley is, officials said.In July Follstad-Martin’s family told KOIN 6 News that while he had his own history with police, he didn’t deserve to die.

The case remains open and active. Crime Stoppers of Oregon is now offering a $2500 reward for information that leads to an arrest in the case. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

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09/23/2022

Man Shot & Killed Near Northgate Park Identified
September 22, 2022 1:58PM PDT

PORTLAND, Ore. — A man shot and killed on Monday night near Northgate Park in the Portsmouth neighborhood has been identified.

Officers found the crime scene around 7:30pm, but no victims were present. The victim arrived at an emergency room in a vehicle about 20 minutes later, but he did not survive.

The man has been identified as 23-year-old Essadin Hassan. He’s the 67th person dead by homicide in the city this year.

Police have not released any information on a suspect.

09/07/2022

Oregon’s first federal racketeering trial against street-level gang members got underway Tuesday with jurors hearing starkly different accounts of the Hoover gang.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Leah Bolstad described members as ruthless killers, armed robbers and money-flashing drug dealers who are enemies “with just about everyone else” and have worked to make their gang the most violent and powerful in Portland.Defense lawyers for the two men standing trial countered that while their clients both identify as Hoovers, the gang is a loose-knit group largely made up of young Black men from poor, broken families striving for support and camaraderie.

They carry guns for protection in dangerous neighborhoods and any crimes they may have committed stem from personal vendettas or impulsive acts in their own interests, not for the benefit of the gang, the defense lawyers argued.

“Many young Black men have identified as members of a gang, but mere membership does not establish they entered a racketeering conspiracy,” said Bert Dupre III, one of two lawyers representing Ronald Clayton Rhodes.

Rhodes, 37, known as “Big Fly,” and Lorenzo Laron Jones, 49, known as “Low Down,” each face charges of participating in a racketeering conspiracy, murder in aid of racketeering and using a firearm in a violent crime.

Between the two men, they’re accused of committing three murders with the goal of gaining increased standing in the gang.

08/29/2022

Portland is on a average of 12 homicides a month

PORTLAND, Ore. — The third deadly shooting of the weekend took another life late Sunday night.

A man was shot at Northeast Broadway near Victoria Avenue just before 11:00pm. He has not yet been identified.

There has not been an arrest.

This is the fourth homicide of the weekend, making it the second deadliest weekend of the year. It is the 62nd homicide.

08/26/2022

The victim of a shooting in Portland’s Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood has been identified as 40-year-old Dejohntae Campbell, Portland police said in a statement Thursday.

Campbell was shot and killed in the parking lot of the Magnolia Court Apartments in the 13400 block of Southeast Bush Street just after 9 p.m. Aug. 10. Medical examiners ruled his death a homicide by gunshot, police said, making it the 59th homicide of the year.Residents told the Oregonian/OregonLive that there were four or five quick gunshots in the parking lot. A nearby neighbor, 45-year-old Wayne Pitra, said police closed off Bush Street from 134th to 136th avenues. Campbell’s family members gathered outside the police tape until the area was cleared around 2 a.m., according to Pitra.

The suspect or suspects had fled the scene before officers arrived, police said. No arrests have been made.

Investigators ask anyone who may have information on the incident to contact Detective Jennifer Hertzler at [email protected] or 503-823-1040, or Detective Joe Corona [email protected] or 503-823-0508, and reference case number 22-215212.

08/01/2022

VANCOUVER, Wash. — Police in Vancouver, Washington, are investigating a double homicide at a house party as a gang-related shooting, according to court documents.

When officers arrived at about 1:20 a.m. July 17, they found 19-year-old Alexander Castagnoli of Portland, Oregon, dead inside the house, The Columbian reported. Officers learned that Amadou Keita, 18, of Portland, died on his way to or at a hospital, from gunshot wounds, according to a search warrant affidavit filed last week in Clark County Superior Court.

Two additional gunshot victims, a 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man, were taken to an area hospital for treatment. Police have not released the identities of the two wounded victims or updated their conditions.

One witness told police she heard someone ask, “Who’s a Hoover?” followed by gunshots. Hoover is the name of a Portland-area gang, according to the affidavit.

Investigators say one of the gunshot victims is a member of the rival gang, Six Deuce Crips. The victim declined to answer detectives’ questions about the shooting, according to court records.

The teen’s mother told investigators she overheard him talking on his phone about the shooting, and she believed Hoovers were behind her son’s shooting, the affidavit says.

Witnesses have provided limited suspect information to police, and Vancouver police shared photos of witnesses earlier this week asking for help identifying them.

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07/28/2022

Police identified the man and woman killed in a shooting in Southeast Portland’s Buckman neighborhood as 34-year-old Dante Emanuel Hall and 24-year-old Victoria Brown.

Nearly four years ago, Hall was the victim of a high-profile shooting when, in September 2018, Patrick Kimmons shot Hall in the leg in a parking lot at Southwest Fourth Avenue and Harvey Milk Street. Kimmons then ran toward police with a gun, police said, and officers shot and killed Kimmons. Hall had prior felony convictions for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Hall and Brown died this month by gunshot, and their deaths were declared homicides, police said.

Police responded to reports of multiple gunshots in the 2600 block of Southeast Belmont Street around 2:50 a.m. July 17. They arrived to find Hall dead at the scene, and Brown with serious injuries. Brown was taken to the hospital, but died of her injuries, police said.

Police have not identified any suspects.

A nearby neighbor, Jeff Halcott, told The Oregonian/OregonLive that he heard eight to nine gunshots. Halcott said he called the police after stepping out of his apartment and hearing cries for help.

He believes the shooting took place at a parking lot across from The Vern and the Belmont Comprehensive Treatment Center, where lines of police tape were left in a dumpster the following day.

Hall’s and Brown’s deaths mark the 50th and 51st homicides in Portland this year. There have been 52 homicides so far this year, compared to 92 in 2021.

Investigators ask anyone with information to contact Det. Joe Corona at 503-823-0508, [email protected], or Det. Jennifer Hertzler at 503-823-1040, [email protected].

07/28/2022

Burgerville Workers of Color Call for Resignation of Manager for Racist ActionsBURGERVILLE WORKERS UNITED
People of color working at the Oregon Convention Center Burgerville location are lobbying to have their store manager removed for his allegedly racist actions.

On July 15, Burgerville Workers United—the union representing the chain's staff—filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) signed by almost all workers of color at the Convention Center store alleging racist harassment from the store's general manager. The manager has only worked at the Burgerville location for four months, yet workers say he quickly created a "hostile environment" with the way he treats his employees of color. Workers say they've made complaints about his actions, yet have seen no improvement—which is why they are motivated to alert the NLRB.

According to a union press release, the petition was inspired after an incident earlier this month involving a Black employee named Arieanna. On July 5, Arieanna allegedly came to the defense of another coworker of color who was being mocked by an irate customer. This action only caused the customer to become more angry and threatening toward both employees of color. The store manager allegedly witnessed the entire incident, and didn't intervene for what felt like an irresponsible amount of time.

According to Arieanna's coworker Nora, who she spoke with after the incident, it was a traumatizing experience. The impact was compounded by the fact that this manager had allegedly made racist comments about her and Black customers previously.

"She said how wildly unsafe she felt," said Nora, recounting the conversation. "She didn’t trust coming in to work the next day. "

Arieanna was placed on leave after the encounter and ultimately fired on July 18.

"When put in a hostile, unsafe, violent workplace, it’s impossible to make the right decisions," said Arieanna in the press release. "I felt like I was set up to fail."The union has filed a grievance against Burgerville, alleging that Arieanna was put in an unsafe workplace.

Another Black worker named Mack alleged he had been retaliated against by this same manager, after being fired for taking several days off to help his wife during a medical emergency in June. Workers believe the manager has different workplace expectations for staff based on their race.

"He has a different, lower amount of patience, sympathy for Black and brown staff than for white staff," said one staff member at the Convention Center store, who is not identified in the press release.

Store workers are calling both for Burgerville to re-hire Arieanna and fire the Convention Center store's manager. Burgerville's corporate office did not respond to the Mercury's request for comment on the demands.

This isn't the first time this store's location has been accused of retaliating against its staff. In March 2019, shortly after the Convention Center store workers filed to join the Burgerville Workers Union, managers suspended two staffers, fired one worker, and handed out dozens of smaller penalties against employees. Since 2018, five local Burgerville stores have voted to join the union, which is the first fast-food union to be federally recognized in the country.

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