Recent Motor Vehicle Accidents in Oregon: April, 2026

Portland Police Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run in Wilkes Neighborhood

Portland police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred late Thursday night, April 16, 2026. Officers discovered an adult male pedestrian deceased in the street at the 14900 block of Northeast Siskiyou Court. The driver involved fled the scene before authorities arrived.

Single-Vehicle Crash on Highway 26 Near Welches Leaves One Dead, Three Injured

A 34-year-old Gresham woman was killed when the vehicle she was riding in lost control on a snow and hail-covered stretch of Highway 26. Three others, including a 2-year-old child, were transported to local hospitals.

18-Year-Old Killed in Head-On Collision with Wrong-Way Driver on Highway 101

An 18-year-old from Coquille died following a head-on collision on Highway 101 near Bandon. A 78-year-old driver was traveling the wrong way in the southbound lane before colliding with the victim’s SUV.

Highway 95 Head-On Crash Near Jordan Valley Claims Two Lives

Two men were killed in a violent head-on crash in Malheur County. Investigators determined that a southbound Honda Accord crossed into the northbound lane and struck a Dodge Ram towing a trailer.

Fatal Head-On Collision on Highway 30 Near Rainier Results in Scappoose Man’s Death

A 62-year-old Scappoose man was killed in a two-car accident on Highway 30. A Subaru Outback traveling westbound crossed the center line and collided head-on with the victim’s Ford Focus.

Disclaimer: The summaries provided above are for informational purposes based on public news records available for Oregon (OR). The information provided is gathered from public news sources. It does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal guidance regarding an incident, please consult with a qualified professional.