Portland, OR (January 26, 2026) – A forklift operator sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a train in Southeast Portland on January 23. The accident occurred at approximately 11:20 a.m. near the intersection of SE 12th Avenue and SE Clinton Street.
According to the Portland Police Bureau, the incident involved an Amtrak train and a forklift operator who was working in the vicinity when the collision occurred. Authorities have not yet determined the specific circumstances that led to the crash.
Portland Police and Portland Fire & Rescue responded swiftly to the scene, where they provided immediate medical assistance to the injured man. Emergency medical personnel with AMR then transported the victim to a nearby hospital for critical care. He was identified only as an adult male.
Officials confirmed that the train did not derail and that no other injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
The Portland Police Bureau has launched an investigation to determine how the collision occurred. Additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Our thoughts are with the injured worker, and we hope for his full and swift recovery.
