Oregon Injury Law News
Category: Vehicle Accidents
Major Crash Team Probes Pedestrian Collision in Northwest Portland, Raising Safety Concerns
A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle late Sunday night in Northwest Portland. The Portland Police Bureau's Major Crash Team is leading the investigation.
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Major Crash Team Investigates Serious Pedestrian Accident in East Portland
A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle at Southeast 122nd Avenue and Southeast Ash Street in Portland. Authorities have launched an investigation.
Read MoreColumbia River Crash: Major Crash Team Launches Investigation Into Vehicle Incident
A car was found overturned in a shallow section of the Columbia River near Northeast Marine Drive and 122nd Avenue in Portland. Authorities are investigating after no driver was found at the scene.
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Driver Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Serious Incident at MCDC
Two pedestrians were injured, one seriously, after a stolen vehicle driven by an alleged impaired driver crashed in the Pearl District. The driver now faces multiple felony charges, including DUII, assault, and hit and run.
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Four Pedestrians Struck and Injured by Drunk Driver in Old Town
In the early hours of July 4, 2025, a suspected drunk driver struck four female pedestrians in Portland’s Old Town, highlighting serious concerns around impaired driving and pedestrian safety during holiday celebrations.
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UPDATE: Motorcyclist Killed in Crash Identified
18-year-old Oleg Polishchuk of Salem was killed in a late-night crash involving a construction vehicle on I-5 in Portland. Authorities are investigating whether speed racing played a role.
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UPDATE: Driver Killed in Crash Identified
A devastating head-on crash in Southeast Portland on June 14, 2025, resulted in the death of 82-year-old Michael B. Payne and left another individual hospitalized. Authorities are continuing their investigation.
Read MoreTragic Motorcycle Collision in North Portland Sparks Major Crash Team Investigation
A motorcyclist died after losing control and colliding with a semi-truck in North Portland. Authorities say speed and track conditions contributed. Legal issues may include wrongful death and motorcycle accident liability.
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Community Unites to Raise Over $13,000 for Family of 6-Year-Old Victim in Tragic Accident
A 6-year-old boy named Erick was tragically killed in a parking lot accident in Forest Grove, Oregon. The community has raised over $13,000 to support his grieving family as police continue to investigate the incident.
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Judge Rejects Bail Reduction for Driver Accused in Deadly Coos County Collision
A fatal crash in Coos County involving a college softball team bus killed two people, including a student and coach. The driver, John Dowdy, faces serious charges and remains in custody on $2 million bail.
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