Scary Portland Bus Accidents
Portland, Oregon has witnessed its share of harrowing bus accidents throughout history. Various accidents both on mountain roads and in urban areas highlight the risks involved in public transportation.
On average, there are approximately 10,000 to 12,000 reported crashes in Portland annually. [1]
Join us as we delve into the top five scariest bus accidents in Portland’s history.
1. On August 30, 2023, a Trimet bus crashed into a tree in Northeast Portland’s North Tabor neighborhood, causing injuries to six individuals.
2. On April 25, 2010, a tragic incident unfolded on NW Broadway when a bus plowed into a group of five pedestrians, resulting in the loss of two lives.
3. A collision between a motorcyclist and a TriMet bus resulted in a fatality on April 14, 2023, in the Cully neighborhood of Northeast Portland.
4. A pedestrian lost their life in a bus crash in Northeast Portland on February 14, 2023.
5. A fatal traffic accident occurred on November 1, 2002, involving a man, his daughter, and her friend, leading to their deaths.
A Trimet bus accident occurred in Northeast Portland's North Tabor neighborhood on August 30, 2023, resulting in injuries to six people after crashing into a tree.
On August 30, 2023, a terrifying bus accident shook the residents of Northeast Portland’s North Tabor neighborhood. The incident involved a Trimet bus that crashed into a tree, resulting in injuries to six people on board.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and frightening, with passengers screaming and trying to hold on as the bus careened off course and collided with the large tree.
The impact of the crash caused the bus to veer off the road, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to tend to the injured passengers and assess the damage. [2]
A bus accident occurred on NW Broadway on April 25, 2010, resulting in the death of two pedestrians out of a group of five.
One of the scariest bus accidents in Portland history occurred on April 25, 2010, when a TriMet bus collided with five pedestrians on NW Broadway. The tragic accident resulted in the deaths of two individuals, sending shockwaves throughout the city. [3]
The incident took place during the afternoon rush hour, as the bus was traveling southbound on NW Broadway. The driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off course, and struck the pedestrians who were waiting at a bus stop.
Eyewitnesses described the horrifying scene as chaotic and devastating, and screams could be heard as emergency responders rushed to the scene to provide aid to the injured individuals.
A motorcyclist collided with a TriMet bus in the Cully neighborhood of Northeast Portland on April 14, 2023, resulting in a fatality.
On April 14, 2023, tragedy struck the Cully neighborhood of Northeast Portland when a motorcyclist collided with a TriMet bus after having collided with the back-right corner of the bus, resulting in a fatality. [4]
The fatality of the motorcyclist was a heartbreaking outcome of this tragic incident, leaving the community in mourning.
A pedestrian was fatally injured in a bus accident in Northeast Portland on February 14, 2023.
On February 14, 2023, tragedy struck in Northeast Portland when a pedestrian was fatally injured in a horrific bus accident. The collision happened near Northeast Pacific Street and Northeast 99th Avenue, east of the bus center’s entrance.
The details of the accident were chilling – witnesses described how the bus failed to stop at a red light and plowed through the intersection, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing the street. The impact was so severe that the pedestrian was thrown several feet away, sustaining fatal injuries. [5]
Emergency services arrived at the scene promptly, but unfortunately, it was too late to save the victim.
On November 1, 2002, a fatal accident occurred when a man crashed his vehicle into a bus, resulting in the fatalities of himself, his daughter, and her friend.
After the tragic bus accident on November 1, 2002, in Portland, investigators determined that speed and alcohol were factors in the fatal collision. It is known as one of the scariest incidents in the city’s history. The devastating crash not only resulted in the loss of three lives but also left several others injured.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and horrifying, with emergency responders quickly arriving to provide aid to the injured individuals. The impact of the crash was so severe that it left a lasting impact on the community, serving as a somber reminder of the dangers of reckless driving. [6]
If you or someone you know has been impacted by a bus accident in Portland, remember you’re not alone. Goldberg & Loren offer free consultations to anyone injured in a bus accident.
Sources:
[1] How crash data works. (n.d.). Portland.gov. https://www.portland.gov/transportation/vision-zero/crash-data
[2] Oregonian/OregonLive, C. G. (2023, August 31). 6 injured after TriMet bus crashes into 2 trees in NE Portland. Oregonlive. https://www.oregonlive.com/portland/2023/08/6-injured-after-trimet-bus-crashes-into-tree-in-ne-portland.html
[3] Mirk, S. (2010, April 25). TriMet Bus Crash Kills Two Pedestrians. Portland Mercury. https://www.portlandmercury.com/news/2010/04/25/2472820/trimet-bus-crash-kills-two-pedestrians
[4] Motorcycle rider dies following a crash with TriMet bus in Portland. (n.d.). Retrieved April 14, 2023, from https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/motorcycle-rider-killed-trimet-bus/283-f81c5972-704a-46ec-9e08-935872687cd3
[5] De Dios | Oregonian/OregonLive, A. (2023, February 15). TriMet bus crash kills 1 pedestrian in NE Portland. Oregonlive. https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2023/02/trimet-bus-crash-kills-1-pedestrian-in-ne-portland.html
[6] List of TriMet bus-related fatalities since 1988. (n.d.). https://www.kgw.com/. Retrieved April 26, 2010, from https://www.kgw.com/article/news/list-of-trimet-bus-related-fatalities-since-1988/283-89861096
