In a recent decision announced by Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez, it was determined that the use of deadly force by Sheriff’s Deputy Adam Suboh in the fatal shooting of Ladarius Collins was justified under Oregon law. The incident, which occurred on June 13, 2025, in Gresham, has been the subject of a comprehensive investigation by the East County Major Crimes Team and the District Attorney’s office has reviewed the evidence in detail. A statement from DA Vasquez said, “Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by this tragic loss of life,” noting the profound effects such events have on families and communities, according to the District Attorney’s official press release.
The thoroughness of the review process included engagement with Collins’ family and discussions with community stakeholders that aimed for compassionate transparency and accountability, along with delivering timely information in the wake of this tragedy but this approach to the investigation, which has been said to involve careful scrutiny of the facts and circumstances surrounding Collins’ death and DA Vasquez concluded that, “based upon a review of the facts and circumstances, MCSO Deputy Suboh’s use of deadly physical force on Friday June 13, 2025 was justified and, therefore, not criminal under Oregon law,” as stated by the District Attorney’s news announcement.
Further details pertaining to this case, including a legal analysis and video evidence, have been released and made available to the public. Interested parties can review these materials by following the provided links which offer an annotated compilation of video evidence and legal analysis, shedding more light on the episode that led to Collins’ death, according to resources linked in the District Attorney’s press release…