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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 17 of the archive.
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February 10, 2024
Fatal Collision on North Marine Drive Claims Lives of Two Teens, Under Investigation
A tragic collision involving two vehicles on North Marine Drive in Portland results in two fatalities and severe injuries.
Learn moreFebruary 9, 2024
Bend Woman Sentenced to 25 Years for Fatal Highway 26 Crash That Claimed Three Lives
A Bend woman receives a 25-year sentence for a DUII crash that resulted in the deaths of three family members.
Learn moreFebruary 9, 2024
Child hit, killed by car while riding bicycle in SE Hillsboro
The tragic accident in Hillsboro that led to the untimely death of 12-year-old Joseph Brausen has left the community in mourning. Reports confirm that Joseph was hit by a car while riding his bicycle. The incident raises questions about road safety and the legal responsibilities of drivers involved in such accidents.
Learn moreFebruary 8, 2024
DEA Agent Defies State Appeal, Pursues Immunity in Oregon Bike Crash
The case of DEA Agent Samuel T. Landis, who struck and killed cyclist Marganne Allen in Salem, Oregon, while on duty, has sparked a complex legal battle over the application of federal immunity.
Learn moreFebruary 7, 2024
Heroic Actions of Oregon City Man Forge Lifelong Bond After Crash
An Oregon City man, Mike Phung, showcased extraordinary bravery and quick thinking following a head-on collision, leading to a unique bond.
Learn moreFebruary 7, 2024
Oregon Police Clarify Fatal Crash Was Not Hit-and-Run, Driver Cooperating
Two recent incidents in Oregon have resulted in the tragic loss of pedestrians, underscoring persistent traffic safety issues in the region.
Learn moreFebruary 6, 2024
Fatal Crash on Hwy 42 Claims Life of 20-Year-Old Coos Bay Man, Injures Myrtle Point Woman
A serious two-vehicle collision on Highway 42 in Coos County claims a life and leaves another seriously injured.
Learn moreFebruary 5, 2024
Oregon Woman Presumed Deceased, Suspect Arrested: Latest Updates
The search for Jeannie Enyeart, a missing endangered woman, ends tragically as she is presumed deceased. Her fiancé, Jon French, faces charges related to her death.
Learn moreFebruary 4, 2024
Fatal TriMet Crashes Claim 5 Lives in 2023, Marking Deadliest Year in a Decade
An in-depth analysis of the increase in traffic fatalities in Portland, Oregon, highlighting the deadliest year for TriMet incidents since 2014.
Learn moreFebruary 4, 2024
Identity Revealed for Pedestrian Fatality in February 5 Collision
Senior pedestrian Ronald J. Gaul tragically loses life in a multiple-vehicle accident on NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland.
Learn moreFebruary 4, 2024
Pedestrian Killed in Dual-Vehicle Incident, Major Crash Investigators on Scene
A pedestrian was fatally struck by two vehicles on NE MLK Jr. Blvd in Portland, prompting a Major Crash Team investigation.
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I-5 Wrong-Way Collision Claims Life of Vancouver Man: Charges Filed Against Portland Driver
A tragic incident on Interstate 5 results in a fatality and serious charges against a Portland woman.
Learn moreJanuary 31, 2024
Fatal Crash on Highway 199 in Josephine County Claims Life
A tragic accident on Highway 199 in Josephine County claims the life of John Anton Renner IV from Brookings, Oregon.
Learn moreJanuary 31, 2024
Police Seek Eyewitnesses After Deadly Highway 20 Collision in Benton County
Recent crashes on Highway 20 near Blodgett, Oregon, have resulted in fatalities and injuries, prompting law enforcement to seek witnesses and further information.
Learn moreJanuary 30, 2024
Community Mourns Losses from Fatal Highway 42 Crash in Douglas County
A severe accident involving a Jeep Liberty and two trucks on Highway 42 resulted in two fatalities and disruptions.
Learn moreJanuary 30, 2024
Portland Police Arrest Suspect in Deadly Christmas Hit-and-Run Incident
Recent arrests have been made in connection with two separate fatal hit-and-run incidents in Portland, Oregon, shedding light on the consequences of such reckless actions and the continuous efforts of law enforcement to ensure justice.
Learn moreJanuary 25, 2024
A Sobering Reminder of the Dangers on Oregon's Highways
A fatal pedestrian accident on Hwy 101 in Lane County underscores the perils of dark clothing at night.
Learn moreJanuary 24, 2024
UPDATE: Pedestrian Killed in Northeast Sandy Boulevard Crash Identified
An 84-year-old pedestrian, Shui E. Yuan, was fatally struck by a vehicle in Northeast Portland. The incident occurred on January 23, 2024, and the driver involved was neither impaired nor speeding, according to police reports.
Learn moreJanuary 23, 2024
Fatal Car Crashes Claim Lives in North and NE Portland
A series of fatal traffic incidents in Portland, including a single-car crash on Northeast Columbia Boulevard and separate incidents in North and Northeast Portland, have resulted in multiple fatalities, prompting extensive investigations by Portland Police.
Learn moreJanuary 14, 2024
Fatal Pedestrian Incident on Dec 5 at NE 122/Glisan Ruled a Suicide
A recent pedestrian accident in Portland, initially investigated for potential negligence, has been officially ruled a suicide by authorities.
Learn moreJanuary 11, 2024
Community Mourning After Fatal Collision on Hwy 101 Involving Ambulance in Lincoln County
A devastating collision on Hwy 101 in Lincoln County between an ambulance and a Kia Soul results in one fatality and critical injuries.
Learn moreDecember 31, 2023
Fatal Three-Car Collision on Hwy 224 Leads to DUII and Manslaughter Charges
A devastating three-car crash on Highway 224 in Clackamas County results in two fatalities and DUII, manslaughter charges against the driver.
Learn moreDecember 23, 2023
North Portland Tragedy: Driver Arrested Following Fatal Passenger Death in Crash
A serious vehicle crash in North Portland results in the death of a passenger and the arrest of the driver on multiple charges, including manslaughter and DUII.
Learn moreOctober 18, 2023
Fatal Collision in Southeast Portland Leaves Man Dead, Woman Injured
A late-night crash in Southeast Portland resulted in the death of a man and serious injuries to a woman after their vehicle struck a tree on Southeast Holgate Boulevard.
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