Portland, OR – Alexander Lee Struck by Mazda RX8 on I-84

Portland, OR (February 20, 2022) – One man has lost his life following a pedestrian crash early Thursday morning in the Portland area. At around 2 a.m., on February 17, the Portland Police Bureau was notified that an auto accident on Interstate 84 required assistance.

Reports from authorities show that a 23-year-old man was involved in an auto accident on Interstate 84. As the man, identified as Alexander Lee, was walking away from the scene, he was struck by a Mazda RX8.

Lee sustained severe injuries in the crash. He was rushed to a local hospital for the treatment of injuries.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with Alexander Lee at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon

Between 2018 and 2019, the state of Oregon saw a 22% increase in the number of pedestrian fatalities. Not only are pedestrians being killed at an alarming rate, but many more are being left with serious life-altering injuries. Quite often, pedestrians who are involved in accidents with motor vehicles are left with injuries that require immediate medical attention. After undergoing surgery, many victims have to spend days or even weeks in hospitals.

An overwhelming number of vehicle collisions in the state of Oregon are a result of driver error. When drivers engage in reckless and negligent actions while operating their vehicles, they place themselves and others sharing the road at an increased risk of being seriously injured or killed. When victims are harmed in accidents as a result of the actions of other drivers, it is crucial that they reach out to a pedestrian accident attorney in Portland as soon as possible. Victims may have legal options available to help them recover. Working with a legal team that is knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive can help to ensure you are able to get the justice and compensation you need and deserve after being harmed.

Portland Personal Injury Lawyers

The knowledgeable and seasoned Portland personal injury attorneys at Kivel & Howard have decades of combined experience helping accident victims get the justice they deserve after being harmed in vehicle collisions. Our clients can depend on us to keep their best interests in mind as we fight on their behalf to ensure they are fully and fairly compensated for their injuries.

Our clients can depend on us to keep their best interests in mind as we fight on their behalf to ensure they are fully and fairly compensated for their injuries. We strive to provide excellence to each client as we provide individualized representation to them to ensure their specific legal needs are met. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident as a result of another person’s actions, contact our personal injury attorneys in Oregon at (503) 796-0909 or (503) 802-4800 to schedule a free case evaluation today. Our team is available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss the circumstances surrounding your accident and help to determine the best options available for you to move forward and get the justice you deserve.

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