Fatal Collision on Highway 38 Claims Life of Teenager, Injures Six
A fatal collision involving a boat and a pickup truck occurred on Highway 38 near milepost 27 in Douglas County, Oregon. A 13-year-old boy died, and six other individuals sustained injuries in the crash.
Portland, OR, August 25, 2026 —
A tragic accident on Highway 38 in Douglas County, Oregon, resulted in the death of a 13-year-old boy and injuries to six others. The collision involved a boat and a pickup truck.
The incident took place near milepost 27 on Highway 38. Emergency services responded to the scene following the crash. The severity of the injuries sustained by the six individuals was not immediately specified. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the collision have not been provided.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident. Information regarding the identities of those involved and the specific sequence of events that led to the collision is pending the outcome of the investigation.
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