May 28, 2017
Chair Deborah Kafoury's statement on Friday's stabbing attack on the MAX and the County mental health resources available to help the community. Police say two men were killed and another man was injured after they confronted another man over hate speech aimed at two girls, one of whom was wearing a hijab:
"I share with so many in our community the horror, grief and anger about the vicious attack on the MAX train that took the lives of two innocent men, and injured another, who were standing up against hate.
I am also inspired by our community’s strength and the way that we have come together in love and support. This is who we truly are.
For anyone who needs help, Multnomah County’s Mental Health Call Center is available 24 hours a day. Trained operators are available at 503-988-4888. Individuals can also call toll-free to 800-716-9769. The hearing impaired can dial 711 to be connected to the center. For more information about mental health services in the metro area, visit /mhas/mental-health-crisis-intervention. There is hope. We are here to listen."
