A Portland man, Samson Garner, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for attempting to carry out a mass shooting at a climbing event in Smith Rock State Park.

Authorities intercepted Garner in August 2023 before he could act, discovering firearms, body armor, and ammunition in his possession. Investigators credit vigilant police work and crucial information from the community for thwarting the planned attack.

Garner was convicted on all 26 felony counts.