Authorities in Vancouver, Oregon, are actively searching for a male suspect responsible for a shooting incident that occurred on Friday, September 4, 2026. According to the Vancouver Police Department, the altercation took place at approximately 4:30 p.m. near the back entrance of the Hawaiian Style Grill, located at 5000 E. 4th Plain Blvd. During the incident, an employee working at the restaurant was shot and wounded. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where medical personnel are treating their injuries. Police have stated that the employee is expected to survive the attack. Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene on foot. At this time, investigators have not released a detailed physical description of the individual, but they have confirmed the suspect is male. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the event or who has information regarding the shooter’s identity to come forward. An employee at the establishment reported to a KATU photographer that no one directly saw the shooting occur, complicating the immediate identification of the perpetrator. Despite the violent nature of the crime, the Vancouver Police Department has assured the community that they do not believe there is an ongoing danger to the general public. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working to gather additional evidence and witness statements to locate and arrest the suspect. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Vancouver Police Department tip line.