How to Report Stolen Property and Help Keep Our Community Safe

Written By Meadowlark Collective PDX

At NWCC, we work hard to keep our community safe and informed.

Recently, our Humanitarian Team received a call from an NWCC member walking to work in the Pearl District. The member was concerned about two individuals loitering near a property and potentially causing issues.

NWCC team member Terrance cautiously approached and engaged with the couple, offering resources. They declined shelter but ultimately moved on, and no damage was reported. While checking the area, our team noticed an electric bike nearby. We searched the Stolen Bike Index to ensure it wasn't stolen but found no reports matching its description.

Why Reporting Stolen Property is Essential

If your property is stolen, it's crucial to report it to the Portland Police immediately. Reporting thefts helps law enforcement track patterns, recover stolen goods, and deter crime.

The Portland Police Bureau Online Reporting FAQ page outlines how and when to report online or utilize other resources.

How to Report a Stolen Bike or Other Property in Portland

  1. Contact the Portland Police – File a report online or call the Non-Emergency line 503-823-3333 or fill out the Online Report Submission

  2. Inform NWCC – NWCC Members have access to the 24/7 Hotline and the Online Incident Form. Bookmark the Member page and add the Hotline number to your contacts for easy access.

  3. Register Your Bike: Bike Portland has teamed up with the Bike Index, the largest, open-source stolen bike listing & registration system in the U.S., to help fight bike theft in Portland.

  4. PDX 311: provides community access to the City of Portland, Multnomah County, and other local government information and services. Call 311 to find information, report issues, or request services.

By taking these steps, we keep our community safe and increase the chance that our stolen property will be recovered.

Stay alert, report thefts, and support your community!

Questions? Contact: Chase McPherson, Executive Director, email: Chase@nwccpdx.org

Read more about NWCC’s impactful work Stories of the Streets and the NWCC News.

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