Bicyclist Injured in Portland Accident
The crash happened Thursday night near Southeast 8th Avenue and Division Place, and a 17-year-old bicyclist was taken to a hospital.
Candice BondA 17-year-old bicyclist was critically injured in a bicycle crash with a MAX train near Southeast 8th Avenue and Division Place in Portland on November 5, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.
What Happened Near Southeast 8th and Division
A MAX train struck the bicyclist at about 8:45 p.m. on Thursday, the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said. Portland Fire & Rescue said one person was taken to OHSU with possible life-threatening injuries. More than a dozen first responders were at the scene. The bicyclist has not been identified.
What Is Still Unknown After the Portland Crash
Portland Fire & Rescue has not released further details about the crash. A Sheriff's Office spokesperson said on Friday that the teenager was still in critical condition. Officials said the investigation disrupted MAX Orange Line service and closed streets, and cars and trains were running normally again by midnight. The bicyclist's name has not been made public, and officials have not announced any charges or released a crash report.
Rail crashes can involve several agencies at once, including local police, the railroad's own investigators and federal safety officials. Each may share information on its own schedule.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Sources
Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in Oregon usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your belongings. A damaged bike, phone, or clothes can be part of what insurance pays for.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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