Portland, OR (January 10, 2026) – An injury crash involving police response occurred on Thursday afternoon near a Shell gas station on Northeast 181st Avenue in Portland. The incident took place around 4:22 p.m., prompting the dispatch of Engine 26 and Medic 354 to the scene.
Emergency crews arrived to find at least one person injured, though the severity of those injuries has not yet been publicly disclosed. The crash reportedly took place near the gas station along Northwest Avenue, involving both civilian vehicles and a police presence.
Paramedics rendered on-site care while fire crews assisted in securing the area. The involvement of police in the response suggests either a secondary concern or the potential for a law enforcement-related incident.
Traffic was temporarily impacted as responders managed the scene. The specific circumstances surrounding the cause of the crash remain under investigation.
We extend our thoughts to all those affected and wish the injured party a full and quick recovery.
