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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.
This update summarizes the reported event and explains the practical legal context Oregon readers may want to understand. It is general information, not case-specific legal advice.
Published May 2, 2024
Portland, Oregon | May 4, 2024
A 52-year-old man, identified as Federico Pedro Pascual, has died after being struck by an allegedly impaired driver in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 4, in Portland’s Madison South neighborhood. The collision occurred shortly after 2:00 a.m. at the intersection of Northeast Halsey Street and Northeast 92nd Avenue.
According to the Portland Police Bureau, Pascual was seriously injured at the scene and transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries. Despite medical efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries.
The driver, 23-year-old Nicole M. Land of Milwaukie, remained at the scene and was determined by responding officers to be impaired. She was arrested and booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on multiple charges, including:
The Portland Police Bureau’s Traffic Division Major Crash Team responded to the scene and conducted a thorough investigation. Halsey Street was closed for several hours during the investigation but has since reopened.
Under Oregon law, incidents like this may give rise to a wrongful death claim by the family members of the deceased. If a death results from the reckless or negligent actions of another—especially involving impaired driving—the responsible party may be held civilly liable in addition to facing criminal charges.
The presence of DUII charges highlights the potential for civil claims under Oregon’s drunk driver accident injury laws. These claims can seek compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of companionship, and other damages suffered by the surviving family.
In cases where alcohol consumption occurred at a bar or event, Oregon’s Dram Shop laws may also impose liability on establishments that served alcohol to visibly intoxicated individuals.
This fatal crash underscores the vulnerability of pedestrians in traffic collisions. Oregon law provides strong protections for pedestrians, particularly in clearly marked crosswalks and intersections. When a driver is impaired, the risk of a pedestrian injury or fatality increases significantly.
Families of victims are encouraged to seek legal counsel to understand their rights and options for obtaining justice and accountability through the civil court system.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Portland Police Bureau’s Traffic Investigations Unit at crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov (opens in a new tab) or call (503) 823-2103, referencing case number 24-109751.
If you or a loved one has been affected by a pedestrian accident or impaired driving incident, the experienced attorneys at Pacific Injury Law Firm are here to help. Our team provides compassionate and skilled representation in wrongful death, drunk driving accident, and personal injury cases throughout Oregon.
For a free consultation, contact us at https://pacificinjurylawfirm.com/contact or call 971-277-3811.
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