PORTLAND, Multnomah County, Ore., Oct. 28, 2026 — A man died Monday night, October 26, after being struck by a car on Interstate 205 northbound near SE Holgate Street in Portland's Lents neighborhood. The crash shut down all northbound lanes for several hours.
Portland police said officers were called to the scene around 7:45 p.m. on a report of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle. The man was pronounced dead when officers arrived, according to the Portland Police Bureau.
All northbound lanes of I-205, along with the northbound on-ramp at SE Foster Road, were closed while investigators worked the scene. The highway reopened to traffic just after midnight.
The Traffic Investigations Unit is continuing to look into the crash. We offer our deepest sympathy to the family of the victim.
Intersection Safety in Oregon
The crash was reported at Interstate 205 and SE Holgate Street in Portland. For more on crashes at intersections across Oregon, see our guide to Oregon intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
A large share of serious crashes occur on busy arterial roads and highways, especially near on-ramps, intersections, and areas where pedestrians and vehicles share space.
How can drivers reduce their crash risk?
Staying alert, slowing down in areas with foot traffic, and watching for pedestrians near highway shoulders and ramps, especially at night, all help avoid collisions.
What injuries are most common in pedestrian-vehicle crashes?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles often suffer head injuries, broken bones, and internal injuries, and such crashes are frequently fatal given the lack of protection compared to vehicle occupants.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Crash in Portland, OR
If you witness or are involved in a pedestrian crash, call 911 immediately so emergency crews can reach the scene quickly. Avoid moving an injured person unless they're in immediate danger. Stay out of traffic lanes and, if safe, help direct other drivers away from the area until police arrive. Anyone involved should seek a medical evaluation even if injuries aren't immediately obvious, and cooperate with officers gathering details for the report. If you have information about a crash under investigation, contacting the police department directly can help with the case.
