The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a missing person case involving Marshall Gifford, a 34-year-old Deschutes County man with deep ties to the community.
Gifford was last seen on Monday, August 11, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m. at a residence off Shoshone Road in Bend. He was transported by an unknown male in an unknown vehicle to the Clark County Courthouse, 1200 Franklin Street, Vancouver, Washington, where he appeared for a personal matter on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
Investigators believe Gifford may have attempted to use public transportation—possibly a bus—on August 13 to return to Deschutes County. However, he has not been heard from since, and attempts to reach him by cell phone have been unsuccessful.
Description of Marshall Gifford:
- White male, 34 years old
- Blue eyes, brown hair
- Approximately 5’9” and 130 lbs
- Scar on left elbow
Clothing/Items Last Seen Worn:
- Red flannel shirt, jeans, black tennis shoes
- Black chain necklace with a ring containing a purple stone
- Carrying a black shoulder sling-style backpack
The Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who has seen Gifford or has information about his whereabouts to contact Deputy Matthew Houston at matthew.houston@deschutes.org or call the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency dispatch line at (541) 693-6911.
