PORTLAND, Ore. — COVID-19, riots and social justice demonstrations dramatically increased calls to 9-1-1 and the non-emergency line. The average wait time in August was 38 seconds compared to 9 seconds in the month of April, and 28 seconds in October. The total call workload in August was 94,599.
“There are 871 sworn members of the Portland Police Bureau including Chiefs, Commanders, and Detectives. Actual officers out on the streets is 300. The gap in between is often because of days off for vacations, family leave, and injuries,” said Sergeant Kevin Allen with Portland Police… READ MORE
