Crash
Crash Closes Southbound I-5 Lanes in Portland
Incident record
April 2, 2026
I-5
Portland, Multnomah County, OR
Oregon
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Injuries reported
Reported
State Police: Multnomah County
Report body
Southbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Portland were shut down following a crash, according to a report from KPTV.
Details on the number of vehicles involved, injuries or fatalities have not yet been released. The closure has affected traffic flow through the area as crews work to clear the scene.
No information has been provided about what led to the crash, and it remains unclear how long the southbound lanes will remain closed. Motorists traveling through Multnomah County on I-5 should anticipate delays and possible detours until the roadway reopens.
This report will be updated as officials release more information about the crash, including any injuries, the vehicles involved, and the cause of the incident.
Oregon accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of injury (ORS 12.110).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 3 years (From date of death (ORS 30.020).)
- Fault rule
- Oregon uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar: you recover only if your fault is not greater than the other parties' combined fault; at 51% you are barred.
- Citations
- ORS 12.110 (SoL); ORS 30.020 (wrongful death); ORS 31.600 (comparative fault)
- Crash report agency
- Investigating agency for the police report; drivers must also file their own Accident/Insurance Report (DMV form 735-32) in qualifying crashes.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.