Moped rider critically hurt in Northeast Portland crash
A moped rider suffered critical injuries following a crash on the ramp from eastbound Columbia Boulevard to southbound 33rd Avenue in Northeast Portland. First responders were called out to the crash just after 2 p.m. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined; however, preliminary information indicates the incident was a single-vehicle crash in which the rider struck a guardrail, police said. READ ALSO | Authorities investigate fatal crash on I-205 near Highway 212 interchange The moped rider was taken by ambulance to a local hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries, according to police. That person has not been identified. Northeast 33rd Avenue is closed in both directions south of Northeast Columbia Boulevard while crews investigate. There is no estimated time for when the road will be reopened. Northeast Columbia Boulevard remains open to traffic. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who has information about it is asked to contact police. This is a developing story. Check back with KATU for updates.
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