Portland Teen Charged With Attempted Murder, Domestic Terrorism After Chemical Spill

A 15-year-old faces charges after officials said he mixed and swallowed hazardous chemicals in a Portland school cafeteria. His lawyers deny the allegations.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 2, 2026 at 8:45 PM EDT

Portland Teen Charged With Attempted Murder, Domestic Terrorism After Chemical Spill

A 15-year-old has been charged with attempted murder and domestic terrorism following a chemical spill at a school cafeteria in Portland, Oregon.

Officials said the teen mixed hazardous chemicals and swallowed them in the cafeteria last month. His lawyers denied the allegations.

Originally reported by The New York Times. Read the full story at The New York Times

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