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Calhoun Indicted on Fourth Murder Charge in Portland Women's Killings

Prosecutors added Kristin Smith to the case without disclosing evidence, with Calhoun scheduled for a 17-week trial beginning in February 2027

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Overview

  • A Multnomah County grand jury returned the new indictment for the November 2022 death of 22-year-old Kristin Smith, adding one count each of second-degree murder and abuse of a corpse.
  • Calhoun already faces similar charges in the deaths of Charity Lynn Perry, Bridget Leanne Webster and JoAnna Speaks and has pleaded not guilty to all counts.
  • He remains in custody at Inverness Jail in North Portland and is set to face a 17-week trial in Multnomah County Circuit Court starting in February 2027.
  • Prosecutors have released few details on how Calhoun was linked to the killings or the victims’ causes of death, citing the ongoing investigation.
  • Authorities are still probing the May 2023 death of Ashley Real as a possible fifth victim with no charges filed.