OFFICERS SHOOT ARMED MAN THREATENING OTHERS

On May 30, 2016, at 4:15PM, Officers from the Tualatin Police Department responded to the 18000 block of SW Cheyenne Way in Tualatin for a disturbance call.  The caller reported that Robert Wickizer, 70, was armed with a firearm, threatening family members at the residence.  

As the officers were responding, two female family members fled the residence to a neighbor’s house.  The neighbor allowed the women in and armed himself as Mr. Wickizer broke a window and attempted to force his way into the residence.  The neighbor fired a warning shot towards the door in an attempt to scare Mr. Wickizer away from the residence. 

As the officers arrived on scene, they located Mr. Wickizer outside of the neighbor’s residence, armed with the gun.  Mr. Wickizer continued his efforts to force his way into the neighbor’s residence.  Officers attempted to negotiate with the Mr. Wickizer, who continued to ignore the officer’s commands.  Based upon Mr. Wickizer’s continued actions, officers used lethal force against him.  He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

No family members or officers were injured during the incident.

The Washington County Major Crimes Team is investigating the shooting.  The officers involved have been placed on routine Administrative Leave.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.