A Portland woman, Angelina L. Minor, is now facing a slew of charges including manslaughter, in the wake of a tragic accident that took the life of her young son and ended with several others injured, as reported by the Portland Police Bureau. Following a minor accident on North Lombard Street, Minor allegedly fled the scene, leading to a series of events that would culminate in a fatal head-on crash.
The incident began when Minor, 27, who was behind the wheel of a black 2011 Hyundai Elantra, was involved in a minor collision with a red 2024 Scion XB, but instead of stopping to exchange information she fled leading the Scion's driver to pursue her, according to authorities. The chase led to Minor's vehicle later barreling into the opposite lane of traffic on North Fessenden Street and colliding with a Tesla Model S, this collision not only claimed the life of her 4-year-old son but also injured her 3-year-old daughter, her passenger, and the passenger's daughter; investigators are looking into whether the children were appropriately restrained as there were one car seat and two booster seats found in Minor's vehicle.
Fatal consequences followed what should have been a routine traffic stop, as Minor's son succumbed to his injuries despite the efforts of bystanders who administered CPR before the arrival of paramedics. The driver's intoxication and excessive speed are considered significant factors in the accident by the Traffic Investigations Unit (TIU). As a result, Minor faces charges including first-degree manslaughter, third-degree assault, and driving under the influence, among others.
With her son becoming the second juvenile casualty in a year marked by 17 traffic-related deaths in Portland, Minor's crash not only represents a personal tragedy but also a sobering statistic for the city, these deaths underscore the ongoing risks posed on the roads and the efforts by law enforcement to curb dangerous driving behaviors. The Portland Police Traffic Division continues their work to enforce traffic safety and prevent similar collisions calling on the community to report any additional insights on the crash to [email protected]; they specifically reference the case number 24-69005.
