Stolen vehicle and trailer recovered, police car rammed.

Milwaukie Or – On 3/11/25 at approximately 8:40 PM, Officers were called to the Milwaukie Market Place near the 10900 block of SE Oak St. on report of a stolen vehicle in the area. Milwaukie Police had been alerted by a vehicle security service who provided the location via a tracking device.

Upon arrival Officers observed the Toyota Tacoma to be occupied by two subjects and have an attached enclosed utility trailer which was backed up to a loading dock. Officers attempted a tactic called pinning where a patrol car or multiple patrol cars are positioned in contact or close proximity with the suspect’s vehicle. This tactic reduces the suspects ability to become mobile and to try and limit a potential vehicle pursuit.  In this case, there was no ability to pin the rear of the trailer, and the driver immediately backed up and created enough space to attempt a getaway.

An Officer had positioned their patrol vehicle in front of the Toyota giving commands to the driver, standing between their patrol car and the wall of the building. The suspect then drove forward and rammed the patrol car in an attempt to flee. The Officer was able to get back into their vehicle, narrowly avoiding being hurt or struck by the suspect’s vehicle. Another officer who was on scene was able to push the Toyota against the curb and effectively immobilize the Toyota. 

The driver and suspect of the stolen vehicle was taken into custody without further incident, however, he was in possession of a spring activated folding knife. During a search, a realistic looking replica glock brand pistol was located in the Toyota and upon further investigation, it was discovered the trailer was also stolen. No Officers or suspects were injured in the event and there is no ongoing threats to the community.

Brian Peoples, 47 of Clackamas, was lodged at the Clackamas County Jail on charges of Possession of a stolen vehicle, attempt to elude a police officer, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a restricted weapon by a felon.

If you have additional information about this theft or incident contact the Milwaukie Police, police@milwaukieoregon.gov case #25-1506