On December 11, 2022, a tragic incident occurred in Southeast Portland, Oregon, resulting in the deaths of three family members. The victims were identified as Efren Casas, 58, and his two sons, Edgar Casas, 33, and Alan Casas, 30. The incident took place at approximately 6:45 p.m. at a residence located in the 16600 block of Southeast Main Street.
Edgar Casas, 33, was one of the two sons who lost their lives in this event.
According to the Portland Police, Edgar and his father, Efren, were victims of homicide by gunshot wound. The medical examiner's report confirmed that their deaths were a result of gunshot injuries inflicted by another family member.
The suspect in this case has been identified as Alan Casas, 30, who was the brother of Edgar and the son of Efren. Authorities determined that Alan Casas died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, which led investigators to conclude that the incident was a murder-suicide. There were no other suspects involved in this tragic event.
When police officers arrived at the scene, they found the three men deceased and a woman injured. The injured woman was transported to a hospital and was expected to survive her injuries. The family has been notified of the deaths and has requested privacy during this difficult time.
No arrests were made in this case since the suspect, Alan Casas, took his own life at the scene. The investigation by the Portland Police Bureau focused on reconstructing the events leading up to the tragedy and confirming the identities and causes of death of the individuals involved. The incident highlights the devastating consequences of domestic violence, which can sometimes escalate into such tragic outcomes, especially around the holiday season.
