Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Traffic Investigations
Tragic Highway Fatalities Strike Polk County: an OSP Report on Recent Accidents
A series of deadly collisions across Oregon, including car, truck, and motorcycle crashes, have left multiple families mourning. These incidents raise key legal issues under Oregon personal injury and wrongful death law.
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Deadly Collision on Highway 30 Prompts Response from Major Crash Investigation Team
A deadly crash on Northwest St. Helens Road in Portland on June 9, 2025, involved an SUV rear-ending a semi-truck, resulting in the driver's death and serious injuries to a passenger.
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Authorities Identify Pedestrian Tragically Killed in April Collision in Oregon
Anthony Nez Jr., 25, was struck and killed by a vehicle on North Going Street in Portland on April 21, 2025. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with authorities as the investigation continues.
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Tragic December Crash Claims Life of Pedestrian in Oregon, Raising Safety Concerns
Melinda L. Reinke, struck by a vehicle in Southeast Portland in December 2024, has died from crash-related complications, raising potential wrongful death and pedestrian injury legal issues under Oregon law.
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Tragic Collision Claims Life of Motorcyclist: Identification Released in Ongoing Investigation
Aaron S. Marin, 53, of Portland, died on May 27, 2025, after his motorcycle collided with a parked vehicle in the Rose City Park neighborhood. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fatal crash.
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Tragic Head-On Collision on Hwy 26 Claims Life and Injures Five in Tillamook County
A devastating head-on crash on Oregon's Highway 26 in Tillamook County has left one woman dead and five others with serious injuries. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the collision.
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Two Hospitalized Following Serious Crash on Highway 213 in Oregon City
Early morning crash on Highway 213 in Oregon City sends two people to the hospital following a collision between a pickup truck and a sedan.
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Tragedy Strikes Oregon College As Softball Player and Coach Die in Post-Game Accident
A suspected drunk driving crash on Oregon Route 42 killed Umpqua Community College coach Jami Strinz and player Kiley Jones and injured eight others. The driver, Jonathan Dowdy, now faces multiple felony charges, including manslaughter and DUII.
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Fatal I-5 Crash Near Jantzen Beach Under Investigation by Portland Police
A man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-5 near the Jantzen Beach exit in North Portland early Thursday morning. Authorities are seeking information as they investigate the cause of the accident.
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Fatal Gresham Motorcycle Crash: Police Call for Witnesses in Investigation
A motorcyclist died following a collision with a passenger vehicle on NW Birdsdale Avenue in Gresham. Authorities are seeking witnesses as they continue their investigation.
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