Sixth Woman’s Death Linked to Suspected Oregon Serial Killer

Jesse Lee Calhoun, a 41-year-old man from Oregon, has been indicted by prosecutors for the death of a sixth woman, bringing his total to five charges of murder and one charge of manslaughter. The indictment, announced on Wednesday, relates to the death of 32-year-old Elizabeth "Libby" Gibson, who was reported missing in March 2023 and is believed to have died around November 18, 2022.

The body of Gibson has not been discovered. The indictment marks the sixth case filed against Calhoun, who pleaded not guilty to the previous charges. Unlike the earlier cases, this one involves a charge of first-degree manslaughter rather than murder. Gibson's name was initially linked to the investigation but only later connected to Calhoun.

The motive behind her death remains unclear, and it is unknown if Gibson knew Calhoun or the details surrounding her demise. Despite the lack of a discovered body, prosecutors believe they have enough evidence to proceed with the case. Gibson's family released a statement expressing gratitude for the pursuit of justice for their sister, describing her as "kind, creative, and silly."

Calhoun was initially charged in 2024 in relation to the deaths of three women in 2023. In 2025, he was charged with the death of Kristin Smith, believed to have been killed in 2022, and Ashley Real, believed to have been killed in March 2023. The bodies of the five women were found in outdoor areas within a 100-mile radius of each other.

The trial date for Calhoun's fifth case was canceled after his indictment, and the latest indictment may impact the schedule for proceedings. Calhoun's next arraignment is scheduled for September 21. When asked if Calhoun could be considered a "serial killer," Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez stated that the term's usage would be determined by the media and others, emphasizing the focus on the "six young women" and the proof of their connected deaths. Newsweek reached out to Calhoun's defense attorney, Cameron Taylor, for comment.