Arcade Owner Rams Burglars' Getaway Car in Daring Confrontation

In a bold act of defiance, a Southeast Portland arcade owner took matters into his own hands when his business was targeted by burglars, ramming their getaway vehicle in a dramatic confrontation caught on camera by attentive neighbors.

Arcade Owner Fights Back Against Brazen Burglars

Burglars Strike Quarterworld Arcade in Broad Daylight

The Quarterworld arcade in Southeast Portland fell victim to a brazen burglary on a Monday morning, with two suspects breaking into the business while it was typically closed. Security cameras captured the intruders, who were armed with flashlights, as they made their way through the arcade. Despite the early hour, the quick response from law enforcement was impressive, with multiple police cars arriving on the scene before the arcade's owner, Logan Bowden, could even get there.

Arcade Owner Confronts Suspects, Rams Their Getaway Car

After the police had left the scene, Bowden noticed the suspects had not gone far, with their getaway car parked on a nearby residential street. Determined to take action, Bowden jumped into his truck and began ramming the suspects' vehicle, repeatedly backing into it. However, the confrontation took a dangerous turn when one of the suspects pulled out a gun and pointed it at Bowden, forcing him to retreat.

Neighbors Witness the Dramatic Confrontation

The incident unfolded in a residential area, and attentive neighbors were quick to react. One nearby resident, who wished to remain anonymous, recalled hearing the commotion and seeing the suspect with a gun, prompting her to duck back into her home. The neighbors' vigilance and willingness to report the incident to the authorities played a crucial role in the investigation.

Arcade Owners Grapple with the Aftermath

While Bowden's truck sustained some damage from the ramming, the real impact of the burglary was felt beyond the physical toll. The arcade's employees, who rely on the business for their livelihoods, were left shaken by the incident. Bowden expressed his concern for his staff and the broader impact on small businesses like Quarterworld, which strive to provide employment and serve their communities.

Suspects Remain at Large, Police Seek Public Assistance

Despite the arcade's security footage and the neighbors' eyewitness accounts, the suspects have not yet been apprehended. The Portland Police Department is actively investigating the case and has asked the public to come forward with any information that could aid in the search for the perpetrators. The arcade's owners remain hopeful that the daring confrontation and the community's involvement will lead to the eventual capture of the burglars.