On January 1, 1985, the body of 20-year-old Kenneth Wesley Boyer was discovered in a remote industrial area in North Portland, Oregon. The body was found in a car parked on N. Portland Road between N. Columbia Blvd and N. Marine Drive, a location that was partially concealed by equipment parked nearby. Boyer, an African-American male, had been shot while sitting in his vehicle.
The investigation into Boyer's death revealed several key details.
Boyer was last seen leaving an address in the 5200 block of NE 9th Avenue with another identified individual. Shortly after they left, another identified subject followed them from the residence. It is believed that Boyer had a falling out with one of his associates, which is thought to be the motive behind his homicide. Boyer had a criminal history, which may have contributed to the circumstances surrounding his death.
Despite the passage of time, the case remains unsolved as of the current date. There have been no reported arrests or convictions in connection with Kenneth Boyer's murder. The Portland Police Bureau's Cold Case Homicide Unit continues to seek information from witnesses and the public. Witnesses are encouraged to contact the unit directly or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Oregon.
The lack of specific suspect names or descriptions in the available sources indicates that the case is still under investigation and no one has been officially identified or charged in connection with Boyer's death. The police are likely relying on any new leads or tips that might come forward to help solve the case.
In summary, Kenneth Boyer's murder on January 1, 1985, remains a cold case with no arrests or convictions. The investigation suggests a dispute with an associate as a possible motive, but no specific suspects have been named or apprehended. The case continues to be investigated by the Portland Police Bureau's Cold Case Homicide Unit.
