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July 14, 2026
Portland crashes leave one motorcyclist dead and one pedestrian critically injured
July 14, 2026: Portland police said two separate crashes minutes apart on Monday left one person dead and another in critical condition. The first involved a car and a motorcyclist near East Burnside Street and Northeast 24th Avenue.
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July 14, 2026
Motorcyclist dies in East Burnside crash in Portland
July 14, 2026: Portland police say a motorcycle crash on East Burnside Street turned deadly late Monday night. Part of the road stayed closed while the Major Crash Team investigated, and police asked witnesses to contact them with case number 26-203575.
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July 14, 2026
Portland bicyclist critically injured in crash; police say driver left the scene
July 11, 2026: A bicyclist was critically hurt in Portland after a crash with a Toyota Avalon, according to police. Investigators said the driver left before officers arrived, and the case remains open.
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July 14, 2026
Family sues over death of Oregon State Hospital patient, alleging neglect and abuse
July 13, 2026: A patient’s sister and legal guardian has filed suit after his death at Oregon State Hospital, according to OregonLive. The case names the state, doctors, and other hospital employees and alleges neglect and abuse caused his death.
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July 14, 2026
Beaverton police identify man shot after marijuana shop robbery
July 11, 2026: Police identified the man shot and killed after a robbery at a Beaverton marijuana shop as 25-year-old Bryson Hays. No customers or employees were injured, and three officers involved in the shooting are on administrative leave.
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July 14, 2026
One dead after fire at empty Gresham commercial building
July 12, 2026: A Sunday morning fire in the 2000 block of Northwest Division Street killed one person and damaged much of an empty commercial building, according to Gresham Fire. Investigators have not said whether the person was inside or outside the structure when the fire started.
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July 14, 2026
Swimmer dies after distress call at Rooster Rock State Park on Columbia River
July 13, 2026: A swimmer died Sunday after going under near Sand Island at Rooster Rock State Park, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies and several fire departments searched the Columbia River for hours before a dive team found the person’s body.
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July 14, 2026
Driver crash into power pole sparks East Evans Creek Fire near Shady Cove
July 13, 2026: A fire that started Friday afternoon after a driver hit a power pole outside Shady Cove has grown to more than 3,600 acres. Some Level 3 evacuation orders remain in place, with shelter available in Gold Hill for people and domestic pets.
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July 14, 2026
Man killed after being struck by train in Cascade Locks, sheriff says
July 14, 2026: A man was killed early Tuesday after being hit by a Union Pacific train in Cascade Locks, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators are still working to determine whether he was crossing the tracks or walking along them.
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July 14, 2026
Oregon City police investigate fireworks damage at high school parking lot
July 14, 2026: Oregon City police are looking into damage to a portable toilet at Oregon City High School after reports of illegal fireworks on July 3. Investigators say surveillance video showed two vehicles in the area before the damage occurred.
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July 14, 2026
Fatal shooting reported north of Bend
Central Oregon Daily reported a fatal shooting north of Bend on July 11, 2026. The available source gives no additional details about the victim, suspect, or circumstances.
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July 14, 2026
Emergency beacon helps rescuers find injured motorcyclist near Sisters
An injured motorcyclist was stranded near Sisters on July 11, 2026, before an emergency beacon helped rescuers locate the rider, according to Central Oregon Daily. The report gives few details about the crash or the rider’s condition.
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April 9, 2026
UPDATE #2: Two People Confirmed Deceased in Crash into Willamette River Identified
Portland police say the Medical Examiner identified two of the people who died after a vehicle went into the Willamette River on April 6, 2026. The investigation remains open, and the vehicle recovery process is still being arranged.
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April 9, 2026
UPDATE: Arrest of Suspect in December Stabbing of Woman in Pearl District Bar
Portland police say detectives arrested a 33-year-old Portland man in the December 2025 stabbing of a woman inside a Pearl District bar. The victim was taken to a hospital, treated, and released.
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April 6, 2026
PPB Disrupts Illegal Street Takeover; Makes Arrests, Seizes Firearm and Vehicles
Portland police say officers responded to multiple street takeover events in North Portland on April 4, seizing vehicles, issuing citations, and recovering a firearm. One pedestrian was struck during the incident, and a severely injured man later received aid from officers.
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April 6, 2026
UPDATE: Two Deceased After Vehicle Crashes into River, Additional Person Presumed Deceased
Portland police say a third person who died in an April 6 crash into the Willamette River has been identified. Investigators are still working to recover the vehicle and continue the crash investigation.
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April 6, 2026
Traffic #Alert: Vehicle Crashed into the Willamette River - Traffic Alert
Portland police say a third person has been identified after a single-vehicle crash sent a car into the Willamette River in downtown Portland on April 6, 2026. Investigators are still working to recover the vehicle and continue the crash investigation.
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April 5, 2026
Traffic #Alert: North Columbia Boulevard Closed in Both Directions - Traffic Alert
Portland police say a crash under the I-5 freeway left a vehicle on fire and shut down North Columbia Boulevard in both directions on April 5, 2026. Five occupants were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
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April 2, 2026
Detectives Locate and Arrest Suspect in Injury Shooting Case, Booked for Attempted Murder
Portland police say detectives located and arrested a suspect after a March 29 shooting in Kenton that injured a man’s upper arm. The suspect was booked on attempted murder and related charges, while investigators continue asking for witnesses and video.
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April 1, 2026
Motorcyclist Dies from Injuries Sustained in March Crash
Portland police say a 53-year-old motorcyclist died from injuries suffered in a March 21 crash in the Lents neighborhood. Investigators say the crash remains under review and are asking witnesses to contact the Major Crash Team.
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April 1, 2026
Motorcyclist Deceased After Crash With Vehicle
Portland police say a 66-year-old rider died after a April 1 crash involving a motorcycle and a car in Northeast Portland. Investigators say the collision happened on Northeast Sandy Boulevard near Northeast 138th Avenue.
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March 31, 2026
UPDATE: Suspect in Cully Neighborhood Homicide Identified
Portland police say a 21-year-old Portland man was identified as the suspect in a March 27 homicide at a Plaid Pantry in the Cully neighborhood. Detectives say the victim’s family has been notified and a firearm believed used in the killing was recovered.
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March 31, 2026
UPDATE: Homicide Suspect in Custody
Portland police say a 21-year-old Portland man was lodged on murder, robbery, and weapon charges after a March 27 homicide in the Cully Neighborhood. Detectives also recovered a firearm they believe was used in the killing.
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March 30, 2026
UPDATE: PPB Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Homicide Suspect, Victim Identified
Portland police said the victim found at a Cully neighborhood Plaid Pantry was Ernesto Castellanos, 57, of Portland, and identified the suspect as Michale J. Paine, 21, also of Portland. Detectives said the case involved a fatal gunshot wound and asked the public for information before the arrest was announced.
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