PORTLAND, Multnomah County, Ore., Oct. 26, 2026 — One person was injured Friday morning, October 23, in a two vehicle crash at the intersection of McLoughlin Boulevard and Holgate Boulevard in Portland, according to the Portland Police Department.
The crash happened at around 6:30 p.m., police said. The note identifying the crash as a morning collision conflicts with that time, and the exact hour has not been clarified further. What led up to the crash has not been released.
One person was trapped in the wreckage and had to be extricated by firefighters, according to the report. Paramedics took that person to a local hospital with injuries that have not been specified. No other injuries were reported.
The Oregon Department of Transportation is investigating the collision. No additional details have been made public.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Local Crash Information for Portland, OR
The crash was reported at McLoughlin Boulevard and Holgate Boulevard in Portland. For more crash news from the area, see our Multnomah County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Taking your eyes off the road for even a few seconds at intersection speeds can mean missing a light change, a stopped vehicle, or a pedestrian, leaving little time to react.
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What to Do After a Car Accident in Portland, OR
If you're involved in a crash in Portland, call 911 right away and stay as still as possible if you're trapped or in pain until help arrives. Even minor-feeling injuries can worsen, so a hospital evaluation is worth getting the same day. Once you're safe, write down what you remember about the intersection, the signals, and the other vehicle while it's fresh, and make sure to keep any paperwork from police or paramedics in one place for later reference.