A hit-and-run incident in the Madison South Neighborhood has resulted in a fatality, the Portland Police Bureau reports. A woman was found lying in the road at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday and was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is underway, with the police reaching out to the community for assistance in locating the vehicle involved.
The crash occurred near the intersection of Northeast 85th Avenue and Northeast Fremont Street. According to the Portland Police Bureau's official statement, the victim appeared to have been struck by a vehicle that, fled the location prior to the arrival of authorities. The Major Crash Team was deployed to investigate the fatal hit-and-run, as part of the police's response to the tragic event, and as a result, a section of Northeast Fremont Street was closed for the investigation.
The identity of the pedestrian has not been released pending notification of next of kin. The Portland Police Bureau is appealing to anyone with information about the incident or the whereabouts of the driver to come forward. Community members who witnessed the crash or have any details that might lead to the identification of the involved vehicle are strongly encouraged to contact the authorities.
The incident has reignited conversations about pedestrian safety and hit-and-run accountability in the city. With the perpetrator still at large, the Portland Police stresses the importance of public participation to resolve this case, and so, a plea has been issued to all residents and visitors to assist in bringing justice for the deceased woman and her family. Further updates will be provided by the Portland Police Bureau as the investigation progresses.
