Two Killed After Jumping Barrier into Restricted Area, Struck by MAX Train along I-84 in Portland
ICARO Media Group
Portland, Oregon - Tragedy struck on Saturday night as two individuals lost their lives after being hit by a MAX train along Interstate 84 in Portland. The incident occurred following a single-vehicle crash on the Banfield Freeway (I-84), near Northeast 28th Avenue.
According to initial reports, the driver involved in the crash was traveling at a high speed when the accident occurred. The impact caused the vehicle to come to a halt near a restricted TriMet area, prompting two individuals to exit the car. Overcoming the barrier, they ventured into the restricted zone, allegedly with the intention of retrieving a car part.
Regrettably, both individuals were struck and killed by a passing MAX train while within the confines of the TriMet area. The details surrounding this incident remain under investigation by the Portland Police Traffic Division's Major Crash Team.
In response to the tragedy, the westbound lanes of I-84 were temporarily closed at Northeast 43rd Avenue. Shuttle buses were provided to transport affected MAX passengers between Northeast 7th Avenue and the Gateway Transit Center. The closure and transportation arrangements were put in place to facilitate the investigation and ensure public safety.
Authorities are urging anyone with any information related to the incident, who has not yet come forward, to reach out to the Portland Police at crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov. Please direct all correspondences to the Traffic Investigations Unit and reference the case number 23-288616.
This incident serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of abiding by safety protocols and avoiding restricted areas. As the investigation continues, authorities will work diligently to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the crash and the subsequent events that led to the unfortunate loss of life.
The names of the victims have not been released pending notification of their families. The community mourns their loss as the investigation unravels the sequence of events in this heartbreaking incident along I-84 in Portland.
