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Oregon injury news and safety updates

Current updates with practical context for crash victims, injured pedestrians and cyclists, families, and Oregon communities. Page 12 of the archive.

Updates, page 12

September 11, 2024
Oregon Woman Faces DUI Charges with Minor in Car, Sheriff's Dept. Reports
A recent incident in Lowell, Oregon, resulted in the DUI arrest of a woman who was reportedly acting erratically with a child in the car. The confrontation escalated, involving physical resistance and injury to a deputy.
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September 10, 2024
Clackamas County Arrest: Man Held for Fatal September 2023 Collision
A Clackamas County resident was indicted on charges of Criminal Negligent Homicide following a deadly collision involving a Buick sedan and a commercial truck in Marion County.
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August 31, 2024
Drone Interferes with Medical Helicopter at I-5 Crash Site in Oregon
A fatal accident on Interstate 5 was further complicated by a drone that prevented a medical helicopter from landing promptly, highlighting the dangers of unmanned aerial vehicles in emergency situations.
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August 29, 2024
Deadly Collision on I-84 in Union County Claims Lives
A series of fatal vehicular accidents across Oregon has raised significant road safety concerns, including incidents in Union, Marion, Polk, and Washington counties.
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August 27, 2024
Devastating Highway 20 Crash Claims Young Life in Jefferson County: Investigation Underway
Multiple traffic-related fatalities reported on Oregon highways involving various vehicles, including a Tesla and a GMC Terrain.
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August 26, 2024
Fatal Crash on Oregon 18 Claims Life of Oregon City Resident
A fatal traffic accident on Oregon 18 in McMinnville resulted in the death of a 64-year-old Oregon City man, highlighting critical traffic safety concerns.
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August 24, 2024
Deadly Collision on Highway 224 in Clackamas County Claims Lives
A tragic crash on Oregon Route 224 near Estacada claimed the life of a Silverton pastor on Saturday afternoon.
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August 24, 2024
Fatal Hit and Run in Portland Prompts Major Crash Team Investigation
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver at the intersection of Southeast 162nd Avenue and Southeast Stark Street. The Portland Police Bureau's Major Crash Team is investigating the incident.
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August 21, 2024
Deadly Collision on Highway 395C Claims Lives in Harney County
A series of fatal crashes across Oregon in recent days, involving multiple vehicles and circumstances, underscores ongoing road safety challenges.
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August 20, 2024
OSP Appeals for Witnesses Following Severe July 25 Crash in Yamhill County
Oregon State Police is appealing for witnesses to a serious injury collision involving a Pontiac and a commercial vehicle in Yamhill County on July 25.
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August 15, 2024
I-84 Cleared and Open Following Semi Crash and Corn Spill Near Bridal Veil
A recent semi-truck crash on Interstate 84 in the Columbia River Gorge caused significant traffic delays and resulted in injuries to a truck driver.
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August 12, 2024
Deadly Interstate 84 Collision Claims Lives in Multnomah County
A devastating multi-vehicle incident on Interstate 84 involving a wrong-way driver results in a fatality and significant traffic disruption.
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August 9, 2024
High-Speed Collision at Siletz Bay Park Captured in Dramatic Photo
A severe accident in Lincoln City's Siletz Bay Park involved a red Corvette, leading to the driver, Edrick Darell Dixon, facing multiple charges including DUI.
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August 9, 2024
Oregon Man Arrested on Felony Charges After Machete Assault
A recent machete attack at Gateway Green Park, Portland, has resulted in serious injuries and felony assault charges for the assailant.
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August 6, 2024
Driver Arrested in Oregon for DUI After High-Speed Chase with Deputy
A DUI arrest was made following a high-speed chase on Highway 58 near Dexter, Oregon, highlighting the dangers of impaired driving.
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August 2, 2024
Fatal Crash in Gresham Following Police Traffic Stop Chase
A fatal car crash occurred in Gresham, Oregon, ending a police pursuit initiated by the Gresham Police Department, resulting in two deaths and one severe injury.
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July 28, 2024
Deadly Highway 202 Collision Claims Lives in Clatsop County
A fatal crash in Clatsop County, Oregon, resulted in the death of a motorcyclist after a head-on collision with an SUV on Hwy 202.
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July 25, 2024
Fatal Beaverton Crash Claims Teen's Life, Investigation Ongoing
A tragic accident in Beaverton claims the life of 17-year-old Mai Grace Tankersley, with local police ruling out drugs and alcohol as contributing factors.
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July 24, 2024
Fatal Train Collision in Oregon Prompts Major Crash Team Investigation
A pedestrian accident on Thursday evening in Portland results in a fatality as a man is hit by a train. The Portland Police Major Crash Team is investigating the incident.
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July 24, 2024
Oregon DB Daylen Austin Cleared to Play Amid Felony Trial
Daylen Austin, an Oregon defensive back, will continue to play football this season despite facing a trial for a felony in connection to a fatal hit-and-run incident.
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July 23, 2024
9-Year-Old Dies 10 Days Following Traffic Collision in Bend
A severe car crash on Highway 97 in Bend, Oregon, resulted in the death of a 9-year-old boy, highlighting the dangers of unsafe driving speeds.
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July 21, 2024
Deadly Collision on Highway 34 in Linn County Claims Lives
A series of devastating traffic accidents in Oregon has resulted in multiple fatalities and highlighted critical road safety issues.
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July 21, 2024
Deadly Weekend on Oregon Roads Claims 8 Lives in Multiple Crashes
A tragic long weekend in Oregon results in the deaths of at least eight individuals due to multiple vehicle and motorcycle accidents.
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July 17, 2024
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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