News

Oregon injury news and safety updates

Current updates with practical context for crash victims, injured pedestrians and cyclists, families, and Oregon communities. Page 13 of the archive.

Updates, page 13

May 22, 2024
Trial Set for Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against KCFD1: Key Developments in the Case
A civil lawsuit brought by the family of Teresa Vaughn against Klamath County Fire District 1 will proceed to trial, alleging wrongful death and gross negligence by paramedics who failed to render aid during a medical emergency.
Learn more
May 20, 2024
Portland Roads Reopen Following Crash Involving Motorized Chair, Authorities Report
A serious collision in Salem involving a vehicle and a person in a motorized chair has left one individual critically injured and led to partial road closures.
Learn more
May 20, 2024
Suspected Drunk Driver Plows Into Wilsonville Chipotle, Causing Significant Damage
A suspected drunk driver caused extensive damage after crashing into a Wilsonville Chipotle, leading to multiple charges.
Learn more
May 19, 2024
Hillsboro Authorities Seek Driver and Pickup Truck Linked to Fatal Crash
Authorities in Hillsboro, Oregon are searching for a dark-colored pickup truck involved in a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run on Southeast Tualatin Valley Highway and Southeast Minter Bridge Road.
Learn more
May 17, 2024
Fatal Accident Causes Shutdown of Oregon Route 126 East of Florence: Road Reopens After Investigation
A fatal car accident on Oregon Route 126 east of Florence caused a road closure during a high-traffic weekend. One person died and another was injured, highlighting potential personal injury and wrongful death legal implications under Oregon law.
Learn more
May 15, 2024
Log Truck Overturns in Sweet Home, Prompting Swift Local Response
A log truck crash in Sweet Home on Upper Calapooia Drive caused a power pole to be sheared off, creating a hazard and closing the road temporarily.
Learn more
May 15, 2024
McCullough Bridge in Coos Bay Reopens After Multi-Lane Traffic Incident
After a traffic incident disrupted flow on McCullough Bridge in North Bend, Oregon, the bridge has now been reopened, easing delays for local commuters.
Learn more
May 13, 2024
Fatal Highway 101 Crash in Coos County Claims One Life, Injures Four
A severe accident on Highway 101 in Coos County involving three vehicles has resulted in one fatality and injuries to several individuals.
Learn more
May 13, 2024
Fatal Highway 126 Collision Near Florence Leaves One Dead, Five Injured; Investigation Ongoing
A fatal head-on crash near Florence, Oregon, on Highway 126 left one person dead and five others hospitalized. Legal issues may include wrongful death and personal injury claims under Oregon law.
Learn more
May 12, 2024
Fatal Collision on Hwy 20 Near Blodgett Claims Two Lives, Sheriff Reports
Two fatalities reported in a devastating two-vehicle collision on Highway 20 near Blodgett, Oregon, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office.
Learn more
May 11, 2024
Motorcyclist Fatally Injured on Hwy. 26 in Clackamas County Collision
A tragic incident occurred on Highway 26 in Clackamas County, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist following a collision with a sedan.
Learn more
May 11, 2024
Oregon City Woman Dies, Husband Hurt in Hwy 207 Motorcycle Crash
A motorcycle crash on Highway 207 in Wheeler County results in the death of an Oregon City woman and injuries to her husband.
Learn more
May 11, 2024
Tragedy and Turmoil in Eugene: Fatal Fire, Accidents Mar Mother's Day; I-5 Hazmat Alert
A series of unfortunate events unfolded in Eugene, Oregon, on Mother's Day, including a deadly house fire, critical injuries from car crashes, and a hazardous materials spill on Interstate 5.
Learn more
May 9, 2024
Collision at Ellsworth and Seventh in Albany Results in Injuries
A recent crash at the intersection of Southwest Ellsworth Street and Seventh Avenue in Albany resulted in a broken fire hydrant, leading to temporary flooding in the area.
Learn more
May 7, 2024
Oregon Football Player Daylen Austin Charged in Fatal Eugene Hit-and-Run Involving Pedestrian
Daylen Austin, a University of Oregon football player, has been charged with felony hit-and-run after allegedly striking and killing a pedestrian in Eugene. Legal and public safety concerns arise in the wake of the April 15 crash.
Learn more
May 7, 2024
Top 11 High-Crash Intersections Identified in Salem Area
Recent analysis reveals the most collision-prone intersections in Salem, Oregon, illuminating the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures.
Learn more
May 6, 2024
Fatal Highway 101 Rollover Near Bandon Claims One Life, Passenger Hospitalized
A single-vehicle accident on Highway 101 near Bandon, Oregon, resulted in the death of Ryan Scott Sapp and serious injuries to passenger Tasheena Fawn Reyes. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
Learn more
May 5, 2024
Bend Teen's Drowning: Jury Finds Multiple Parties Negligent in 2021 Wrongful Death Case
A Deschutes County jury awarded under $20,000 in a wrongful death lawsuit after determining shared negligence among the teen victim, his mother, the driver, Walmart, and an underage alcohol buyer in a 2021 crash at Wickiup Reservoir.
Learn more
May 5, 2024
Critical Injuries in I-5 Tualatin: 7-Car Pileup Causes Major Disruption
A severe seven-car collision on the I-5 off-ramp in Tualatin resulted in two critically injured individuals and minor injuries to others.
Learn more
May 2, 2024
NE Portland Pedestrian Killed in Suspected DUII Crash Sparks Renewed Safety Concerns
A 52-year-old pedestrian, Federico Pedro Pascual, died after being struck by an allegedly impaired driver in Portland’s Madison South neighborhood. The driver, Nicole M. Land, faces DUII, assault, and reckless driving charges.
Learn more
April 28, 2024
Fatal Highway 101 Collision in Tillamook County: Investigation Underway Following Serious Injuries
A single-vehicle crash on HWY 101 in Tillamook County led to the tragic death of Rhonda Sue Heine. The incident involved a Dodge Charger driven by Ellis Miller Heine, who was seriously injured.
Learn more
April 22, 2024
Body of Missing Oregon Kindergarten Teacher Recovered Nearly Two Months After Crash in North Umpqua River
Rachel Merchant-Ly, a beloved kindergarten teacher, was found deceased in the North Umpqua River nearly two months after a car accident on Highway 138E. Her disappearance prompted extensive search efforts and raises questions about road safety and potential wrongful death claims under Oregon law.
Learn more
April 22, 2024
Teen Killed, Sister Injured in Highway 20 Collision Near Vale: Investigation Ongoing
A 17-year-old boy from Harper was killed and his 13-year-old sister seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 20 near Vale, Oregon. The incident highlights legal concerns around passing maneuvers and wrongful death liability under Oregon law.
Learn more
April 19, 2024
Salem Motorcyclist Dies After 30-Foot Fall from Center Street Bridge Following Crash
A 27-year-old man died in Salem, Oregon, after losing control of his motorcycle on the Center Street Bridge and falling 30 feet. The fatal incident marks the ninth traffic-related death in the city in 2024.
Learn more