Portland's flagship REI store to close due to record crime, safety concerns

by KATU Staff

Wed, April 19th 2023, 3:59 AM UTC

A sign at the REI flagship store is shown Friday, March 2, 2018, in Seattle. The outdoor retailer says it's halting future orders of some popular brands, including CamelBak water carriers, Giro helmets and Camp Chef stoves, whose parent company also makes ammunition and assault-style rifles. The Seattle-based company has been facing mounting pressure from some customers. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

An entrance to the REI flagship store is shown Friday, March 2, 2018, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Crime and safety concerns have led a staple business in Portland, Oregon to pack up and leave downtown. The city’s flagship REI store, located in the Pearl District, announced that it will be permanently closing to due crime and concerns over employee and customer safety. (KATU)

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A sign at the REI flagship store is shown Friday, March 2, 2018, in Seattle. The outdoor retailer says it's halting future orders of some popular brands, including CamelBak water carriers, Giro helmets and Camp Chef stoves, whose parent company also makes ammunition and assault-style rifles. The Seattle-based company has been facing mounting pressure from some customers. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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