Crime & Safety
Motorcyclist Killed In Head-On Collision In Happy Valley
The motorcyclist who died Wednesday has not yet been identified by law enforcement. No arrests were made, and no charges have been filed.
HAPPY VALLEY, OR — Clackamas County deputies closed the Clackamas Highway for about three hours Wednesday night while they investigated a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The identities of the people involved have not been released.
Clackamas County Sheriff's officials said the crash occurred around 5:30 p.m. June 27 at the intersection of Highway 224 and Southeast Goosehollow Drive in Happy Valley.
The circumstances that led to the crash are under investigation, officials said.
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The motorcyclist involved was reportedly given first aid at the scene, but that individual ultimately died from their injuries.
The SUV driver remained at the scene and reportedly cooperated with investigators. No charges have been filed at this time.
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Highway 224 was reopened to traffic around 8 p.m.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, who hasn't already spoken with investigators, is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 503-723-4949, or submit a tip using the CCSO online form.
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