21-year-old motorcyclist killed near Columbia Blvd identified
Summary
Motorcycle Crash Portland Washington in Portland, Washington: A 21-year-old Battle Ground, Washington, motorcyclist was killed in a crash on northbound Interstate 5 at North Columbia Boulevard in Portland, Oregon, on Thursday, June 18, during heavy traffic congestion. Police said a red 2009 Hyundai Elantra sedan was changing lanes from the left lane to the middle lane when a black 2015 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle was lane-splitting between lanes at a speed significantly faster than the pace of traffic. The motorcyclist struck the sedan and then hit the rear driver-side corner of a tractor-trailer in the middle lane; speed and unlawful motorcycle passing under Oregon law are believed to be factors. Community members attempted lifesaving measures before EMS arrived and determined the rider was dead; no additional injuries were reported, and the sedan driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Shea V. Heintz | Unknown | Unknown |
Original reporting
21-year-old motorcyclist killed near Columbia Blvd identified