Portland, OR – SB I-5 Crash Near Ross Island Bridge Leaves Motorists Injured

Portland, OR (May 7, 2025) – Multiple people sustained injuries following a traffic accident on southbound I-5 near the Ross Island Bridge on May 7. The Portland Police Bureau reported that the collision occurred during morning hours.

Emergency units were dispatched to the scene, where they found several vehicles involved and multiple individuals requiring medical attention. One person was assessed at the scene, while another was taken to a nearby Portland hospital for treatment. The severity of the injuries has not yet been disclosed, but authorities confirmed that none appear to be life-threatening.

Police temporarily closed portions of the highway to allow for clean-up and to conduct an initial investigation into the cause of the accident. Officers are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone who witnessed the accident to contact the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division.

We extend our heartfelt wishes to those injured and hope for a swift and complete recovery.