Staff Reports
In an incident that could easily be mistaken for a scene from a Hollywood action flick, a reporter recently found themselves on the receiving end of an unexpected and violent encounter. This brave individual was simply doing their job, reporting outside an ice facility when they were unexpectedly struck in the face with a metal pole. Talk about taking the phrase “getting hit with a hard news story” to a whole new level! The aftermath of this shocking attack not only left the reporter with a black eye and a concussion, but it also unveiled a deeper, more troubling situation brewing in Portland.
After the unfortunate incident, the reporter sought help from the local authorities. They approached three Portland police officers, hoping for some swift justice against the attacker. However, the response was far from what one might expect. The officers, it seems, were not inclined to detain the suspect right away. In a twist of irony, the reporter decided to take matters into their own hands and managed to chase down the assailant in the bustling streets. What followed was a wild, 35-minute wait for the police, which turned out to be a case of the law missing the action.
As the reporter waited, they witnessed a surprising development unfold before their eyes: twenty Antifa militants swooped in to assist the attack suspect’s getaway, leading her to a so-called “Antifa safe house.” Located just a block away from the ice facility, this refuge was clearly more than a simple hideout. It served as a bustling hub for Antifa-affiliated protesters, where they conducted what can only be described as “quasi-military operations.” Imagine a cross between a youth camp and a war room, where these individuals could rest up, strategize, and prepare for their next rounds of “activism.”
Determined to dig deeper, the reporter took the proactive step of staking out this so-called safe house. What they found was a highly organized group, a far cry from the chaotic stereotype that many may envision. The protesters were clearly well-funded, courtesy of mutual aid groups, and they appeared to have no intentions of fading into the background. They were in it for the long haul, and their presence left many residents living around the ice facility feeling like they were trapped in an unwanted siege.
Residents were left pleading for help, feeling like they were living in a movie where the protagonist needs to save the day. With city officials seemingly turning a blind eye, the local community was left feeling abandoned. With cries for federal intervention echoing through the neighborhood, it’s a vivid reminder that the underlying issues in Portland are far more complex than they appear. As the dust settles, one thing is clear: the battle for Portland’s streets is far from over, and those in charge may need to take a closer look at what’s really happening in their own backyards.
