Portland, OR – One Injured in Crash near SW Woodstock Blvd and SE 44th Ave
Portland, OR (February 18, 2023) – One person was left with injuries after a police chase led a suspect to crash into their vehicle on Thursday morning, February 16.
Reports from the Portland Police Bureau show that at around 10:00 a.m., the police noticed a man inside a truck, and they backed their unmarked patrol unit and stopped behind it.
The man then drove forward and attempted to steer toward the officer before ramming the patrol unit and fleeing the area. Police later located the vehicle again in the area of Southwest Woodstock Boulevard and Southeast 44th Avenue. Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop, but the man fled the scene a police time.
After leaving the area, the vehicle crashed head-on into a second car. The impact of the crash sent the second vehicle off the road and into the yard of a home nearby.
The driver was seriously injured in the accident.
The driver of the vehicle again attempted to flee the scene, this time on foot. After a short search, police apprehended the suspect, who was identified as 41-year-old Joshua Smith.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We hope the driver injured in this accident is able to recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Oregon
In Oregon, thousands of accidents that result in injuries are reported every year. In many cases, the accidents that take place are preventable. We see countless innocent people suffer severe injuries as a result of driver negligence. Speeding is one of the most common causes of accidents in our state.
When drivers are operating their vehicles at too high of speeds, they are likely to lose control and crash into others. Not only does speeding increase the chances of an accident happening, but it can also make the injuries much worse.
If you have been hurt as a result of a car accident that was caused by the negligent or careless actions of another driver, you may be able to take legal action. A Portland car accident lawyer can help you pursue compensation to cover your medical costs and various other damages. You must reach out to a skilled legal team immediately to get started.
Your attorney will be able to get to work immediately on compiling evidence to build the strongest case possible on your behalf. They will get a copy of the police report, take statements from witnesses, and even work with experts while putting together your case against the defendant. Acting quickly helps to ensure you have the strongest evidence possible to prevail.
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