On January 9, 2024, a homicide occurred in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. The victim, identified as Cecil Yahtin, a 32-year-old man from Portland, was found dead inside a home in the area. The Portland Police Bureau responded to reports of a stabbing near Northeast Glisan Street and Northeast 126th Avenue around 12:40 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered Yahtin's body.
The city's medical examiner determined that Yahtin's death was a result of homicide by gunshot and
stab wounds. The homicide unit of the PPB was called to the scene to investigate due to the suspicious circumstances.
Detectives identified Jarrod Leo Yahtin-Cloud, 27, as a suspect in the case. Notably, the victim and the suspect are cousins. Yahtin-Cloud was arrested on the morning of January 10, 2024.
The PPB is seeking any additional information related to the case and has urged anyone with relevant details to contact Detective Tony Harris at [email protected] or 503-823-0441, or Detective Jeff Sharp at [email protected] or 503-823-9773, referencing case number 24-6917.
Yahtin's family has been notified of his death and has provided a photograph for public release, although they are requesting privacy at this time.
