A tragic incident occurred earlier this month in North Portland, claiming the life of a 65-year-old pedestrian. The individual has been identified as James J. Hatton, according to an update from the Portland Police Bureau. In the aftermath of the December 5 crash, the police have continued to seek information from the public to aid in their investigation.
Through their preliminary findings, investigators determined that Hatton had stepped off the curb and into oncoming traffic when he was struck by two vehicles in the eastbound lane. The specifics leading up to the accident remain unclear and the quest to fully understand the sequence of events that led to Hatton’s untimely death is ongoing. Officers are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or has relevant information, to come forward.
Portland Police have actively reached out to the community, understanding the importance of the public’s assistance in such cases. In an effort to gather more details, the authorities have provided a direct line of communication for tips. They encourage potential witnesses or those with information about the crash to email [email protected], especially referencing case number 25-333109…