Portland, OR (January 7, 2026) – Emergency crews responded Monday evening to a traffic incident involving a pedestrian near the intersection of NE 74th Ave and NE Halsey St in Portland. The collision occurred around 6:41 p.m. and prompted a priority two emergency response from both medics and police.
According to dispatch audio, the incident involved a vehicle striking a pedestrian, prompting AMR paramedics and police units to respond with lights and sirens. Crews from Engine 19 and Medic 1323 arrived at the scene shortly after the call was placed and began evaluating the injured individual.
The full extent of the pedestrian’s injuries has not yet been officially confirmed, though the nature of the call suggests a serious, yet non-life-threatening condition. The individual received immediate attention at the scene, and additional care was likely provided at a nearby hospital.
The area around NE 74th and Halsey was temporarily affected as authorities worked to manage the scene and begin an investigation into what caused the collision. Visibility and pedestrian traffic patterns in the area are expected to be reviewed as part of the inquiry.
We send our heartfelt wishes for recovery to the pedestrian injured in this crash and hope they receive the care and support they need.
