City of Portland, OR
12/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/15/2025 14:32
Pedestrian Dies from Injuries Sustained in Crash in the Rose City Park Neighborhood
Press Release
A man has died from injuries sustained in crash on December 12, 2025 in the Rose City Park Neighborhood.
Published
December 15, 2025 11:54 am
On December 12, 2025, at 8:15 p.m., North Precinct Officers responded to a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Northeast Sandy Blvd and Northeast Sandycrest Terrace. The pedestrian, later identified as Roger Margolis, 80, sustained significant injuries during the crash. On Sunday, December 14, 2025, the Major Crash Team was notified by the Multnomah County Medical Examiner's office that Margolis had died from his injuries. His family has been notified of his death.
The initial investigation determined that Margolis entered the roadway outside of a crosswalk. Visibility was limited due to darkness and light fog. The driver showed no signs of impairment, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
The PPB Traffic Investigations Unit assumed the investigation, which is ongoing. The case number 25-340251.
This is the 43rd traffic-related fatality in the City of Portland in 2025, and the 19th involving a pedestrian.
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