The pedestrian killed in a crash on I-5 on February 27, 2025, has been identified as Mitchell B. Ferebee. His family has been notified of his death.
In addition to the driver of the involved vehicle, a passenger was also transported to a hospital with minor injuries. Both have since been released.
There were no signs of impairment on the driver.
No further information will be released at this time.
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***Original Message Below***
Traffic #Alert: Pedestrian on I-5 Dies in Crash, Southbound Lanes Closed
On Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:39 p.m., Portland Police officers from North Precinct responded to a report of a crash on southbound I-5 at Northeast Marine Drive. When they arrived they found a pedestrian deceased at the scene. The driver of the involved vehicle was transported to the hospital with injuries.
The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to the scene to investigate the crash. During the investigation, I-5 southbound is closed and traffic is being diverted on to Washington State Route 14. The Portland Police Bureau is grateful for the assistance of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Washington State Patrol. The closure is likely to continue for several hours.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released when appropriate.
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