Portland, Oregon – A police pursuit ended in a crash on Interstate 205, injuring a driver and leading to multiple charges.
According to the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested 30-year-old Casey Padula following a pursuit that began around 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Authorities said Padula allegedly nearly struck a patrol vehicle near Southeast Grand Avenue and Southeast Harrison Street, prompting deputies to attempt a traffic stop.
Officials said Padula allegedly refused to pull over, and a pursuit was initiated based on his driving behavior prior to the stop. Deputies were assisted by the Portland Police Bureau and TriMet Transit Police, who used various intervention tactics during the pursuit.
According to MCSO, Padula exited Interstate 205 just before the Southeast Stark Street exit, where his vehicle allegedly sideswiped a black pickup truck. The crash caused the pickup to roll over on the freeway.
Paramedics transported the pickup driver to a hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. No other injuries were immediately reported.
Authorities said Padula was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center on charges including felony elude, reckless driving, felony driving while suspended, hit-and-run, and four counts of reckless endangering. Officials emphasized that all charges are allegations.
The crash disrupted traffic along I-205 near the Stark Street exit as emergency crews responded Thursday night.
This type of incident can affect late-night commuters and shift workers traveling along I-205.
The investigation remains ongoing, and details may change as authorities continue reviewing the case.
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