Jury finds Portland man guilty of attempted mass shooting in Central Oregon

By Kathryn Styer Martínez (OPB)
Sept. 12, 2025 12:33 a.m. Updated: Sept. 12, 2025 2:33 a.m.

Samson Garner traveled to Central Oregon after sending an email to an ex-girlfriend, stating that he envisioned shooting belayers and spectators at a climbing event.