Taylor S King Obituary, Death; – The individual who fell victim to a deadly stabbing in the Woodlawn Neighborhood has been identified as 31-year-old Taylor S. King from Portland.
The Medical Examiner’s Office has concluded that King succumbed to stab wounds, classifying the death as a homicide.
Authorities were summoned to the 6800 block of Northeast Claremont Avenue on Sunday, June 22, at approximately 3:45 a.m. following a report of a disturbance. Upon their arrival, they discovered a deceased man within a residence.
31-year-old Devonte T. Gibson, also from Portland, was subsequently apprehended and charged with second-degree murder and unlawful possession of a weapon. Law enforcement officials have stated that King’s family has been informed of his passing and is requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Police are encouraging anyone with relevant information regarding the case to step forward. Those who have not yet communicated with law enforcement are urged to reach out to Detective Joseph Corona at joseph.corona@police.portlandoregon.gov or (503) 823-0508, or Detective Jennifer Hertzler at jennifer.hertzler@police.portlandoregon.gov or (503) 823-1040. Please refer to case number 25-165216.
