# Naked Suspect Arrested After River Escape | Portland News

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Podcast: [Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-oregon-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476712)
Published: 2026-07-13T00:08:23+00:00
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## Resource

A heart-stopping incident unfolded in Portland, Oregon, when a man tried to snatch a seven-year-old girl at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Her parents and bystanders fought him off, even using pepper spray, while he was eventually found naked in the Willamette River. The girl suffered minor scratches but was unharmed. Vasey now faces multiple serious charges, including attempted kidnapping and assault — a chilling reminder of how quickly danger can strike and how ordinary people can become heroes in a split second. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f4be97453fdde842

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