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Methamphetamine, fentanyl drive record homeless deaths in Portland, Oregon, annual report finds

Por: WPLG Local 10 Nation December 21, 2023

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PORTLAND, Ore. – Fentanyl and methamphetamine drove a record number of homeless deaths last year in Oregon's Multnomah County, home to Portland, according to an released by regional officials Wednesday.At least 315 homeless people died in 2022 in the Portland area, the report found. More than half of the fatalities — 123 — were from drug overdoses. Methamphetamine contributed to 85% of overdose deaths, and fentanyl contributed to... + full article



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