Portland, OR – Brando Segundo De Jesus Ejected & Killed in Crash on Highway 221
Portland, OR (September 22, 2022) – A motor vehicle accident reported in Yamhill County claimed one person’s life. Just before 11:15 a.m., on September 17, the Oregon State Police responded to the scene of a crash on Highway 221.
Investigations show that a Chevrolet Malibu was traveling north on Highway 221 during the morning hours. For unknown reasons, the vehicle became involved in a collision. The vehicle then cut across an opposite lane of traffic and collided with several trees.
A passenger in the vehicle, 21-year-old Brando Segundo De Jesus, was ejected from the vehicle. He was fatally injured and pronounced dead at the scene.
Another person inside the vehicle suffered injuries that required hospitalization. The victim was transported to a local hospital.
The driver of the car, 31-year-old Javier De Jesus Antonio, was arrested at the scene. He was charged with DUII- alcohol, to charges of assault in the third degree, coercion, four charges of reckless endangerment, and manslaughter.
The Oregon State Police are investigating at this time.
We hope the two victims injured in this accident recover quickly.
Our condolences are with that the family of Brando Segundo De Jesus at this time.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Oregon
Impaired driving is quickly becoming a bigger problem on our roads in Oregon. In fact, impaired driving is considered to be one of the leading causes of motor vehicle collisions in Oregon. This is because drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not able to drive safely. After losing a loved one, families often have legal options available to help them.
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