Suspect in Portland deadly shooting arrested in Killeen, Texas
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) - The suspect in a Portland deadly shooting in March has been arrested in Killeen, Texas.
On Monday, April 7, the U.S. Marshals Service arrested Che Bell, 35, of Portland, in Killeen, Texas after going on the run.
Bell is the suspect in the fatal shooting of Kevin Rhinehart, 33, in an apartment complex on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Authorities say the victim’s family has been notified of the arrest.
Bell is currently being held in the Bell County Jail and is being charged with murder in the second degree, unlawful use of a weapon, and felon in possession of a firearm.
Police say Bell will be extradited back to Oregon, but the timing of the extradition is unclear.
The Portland Police Bureau says they would like to thank the U.S. Marshals Service, Bell County Sheriff’s Office, and the Killeen Police Department for assistance in the arrest.
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