Multnomah County, OR – A 20-year-old woman is accused of driving while impaired and crashing into a Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office patrol SUV during a DUI enforcement mission.
According to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred while deputies were conducting a DUI patrol in honor of two MCSO reserve deputies who were killed in 1993 by an impaired driver. Authorities said the suspect allegedly struck a marked patrol vehicle assigned to the operation.
Officials confirmed that neither the deputy nor the passenger inside the SUV was injured. Photos released by the sheriff’s office show visible damage to the side of the marked vehicle.
The sheriff’s office said Oregon State Police, Gresham Police Department, and TriMet Transit Police Department assisted at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released additional details about where in Multnomah County the crash occurred or whether formal charges have been filed. The investigation remains ongoing.
DUI enforcement missions are periodically conducted across the county, particularly during high-risk driving periods. Law enforcement officials continue to emphasize the risks of impaired driving, especially during coordinated patrol efforts.
The incident serves as a reminder for commuters and young drivers that DUI patrols remain active throughout the region.
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