PORTLAND, OR - The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that the Transit Police Division has identified and arrested a man that inappropriately touched a 15-year-old girl Wednesday, December 15, 2021 while on a TriMet bus.
The suspect was identified as 33-year-old Jose Thomas Chanmay. A law enforcement member identified Chanmay after recognizing the photo shared with the public in a press release on Thursday.
Later that evening, a TriMet employee reported that Chanmay was riding a bus on NE 82nd Avenue. Transit Police officers responded and arrested Chanmay near NE 82nd Ave. & NE Glisan St.
Transit Police officers believe there may be additional victims and urge those to contact the Transit Police Division by calling 503-962-7566 and referring to this case. Chanmay's booking photo is attached as another photo for reference.
Jose Thomas Chanmay is charged with:
- One count of sex abuse in the third degree
- One count of harassment
During the investigation, Transit Police officers learned Chanmay is on parole and had a warrant issued for his arrest for a prior sex abuse charge.
Additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues into recent crimes.
The Transit Police Division thanks the public for their assistance.
No additional information will be released at this time.
