On a summer day in Portland, Oregon, the life of 42-year-old Maria Soumphonpackdy was tragically cut short. On June 27, 2014, she was found dead in the Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood. The cause of her death was determined to be gun violence.
Further investigation by law enforcement revealed a grim narrative. Maria Soumphonpackdy, a female, was the victim of a murder-suicide. The events that transpired were reportedly linked to a planned divorce.
Police identified the other individual involved but did not release further details about the shooter's identity.
The incident was investigated by the Portland Police Bureau. As it was determined to be a murder-suicide, the case was closed without any arrests or outstanding suspects. The tragedy left the community in shock and mourning for the loss of Maria Soumphonpackdy.
