In a tragic turn of events near the Gresham area, a DUII suspect is currently in custody after a horrific collision that resulted in the death of another driver. According to reports provided by OregonLive, the incident occurred early Saturday morning in an unincorporated area of Multnomah County, and involved 29-year-old Titas Shmigel of Damascus who was allegedly intoxicated at the time of the accident. Police have not yet released the identity of the deceased, waiting until next of kin are notified.
In an unrelated incident, Gresham authorities also reported a fatal single-car crash where the driver, discovered after midnight, was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. Reportedly found on the 1200 block of Northeast Kane Drive, the vehicle had veered off the road, striking a fixed object. While the name of the individual has been withheld, it's indicated by authorities investigating the case that speed likely played a critical role in the outcome. This piece of information comes directly from a coverage by KOIN.
Further deepening the week's string of vehicular tragedies, another driver died in a crash after their car became entangled between trees in a disturbing display caught on camera. As documented by a FOX 12 crew, the wreckage portrayed the grim reality of the situation. The police, as per the footage and events at the scene, have again suggested speed as a contributing factor in this devastating event. Further details on this incident can be referenced through FOX 12's report.
