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A pedestrian who was killed in a crash on North Columbia Boulevard has been identified.
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The pedestrian who died following a crash in Northeast Portland on March 12, 2026, has been identified as Leavern William Robinson, 44, of Portland. His family has been notified of his death.
No further information will be released at this time.
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***Original Message Below***
Traffic #ALERT: Major Crash Team Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Involved Crash on N. Columbia Blvd
On Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:22 a.m., Portland Police Officers from North Precinct responded to a report of a crash at North Columbia Boulevard and North Clarendon Avenue. When they arrived they found an adult male pedestrian had been struck and was deceased at the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests the man was hit by two vehicles. Both involved drivers remained at the scene and are cooperating with the investigation.
The Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is responding to the scene to investigate. During the investigation, North Columbia Boulevard is closed both directions between North Van Houten Avenue and North Macrum Avenue.
If anyone has information about this crash and has not already spoken to police, please e-mail crimetips@police.portlandoregon.gov attn: TIU and reference case number 26-71095.
The PIO is not responding to the scene. Additional information will be released when appropriate.
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