Portland, OR – Female Pedestrian Loses Life in Motorcycle Crash on Ne 162nd Ave between E Burnside St & NE Glisan St
Portland, OR (June 15, 2022) – A pedestrian has lost their life as a result of a motorcycle accident that took place in the Gresham area on Saturday evening.
The Portland Police Bureau responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident that took place on Northeast 162nd Avenue.
Reports provided by authorities show that a woman in a wheelchair was traveling in the area of Northeast 162nd Avenue between East Burnside Street and Northeast Glisan Street. For unknown reasons, she was struck by a motorcycle driven by 30-year-old Michael James White.
White fled the scene of the accident, leaving the pedestrian suffering from significant injuries at the scene.
Emergency crews responded to the site of the accident and pronounced the victim deceased from her injuries.
White was later apprehended and faces several charges, including manslaughter in failing to perform the duties of a driver.
At this time, investigations surrounding the accident are underway.
We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family of the woman who lost her life as a result of this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Oregon
The state of Oregon is no stranger to fatal accidents. Unfortunately, there are many instances where pedestrians end up losing their lives in accidents due to negligent drivers. Pedestrians are particularly vulnerable during accidents, which means they are likely to suffer from significant and fatal injuries.
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