Filmmaker Survives Dramatic Fall on Mt. Hood During Movie Shoot
Local filmmaker Aaron Bratcher survived a 120-foot fall on Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain in Mt. Hood National Forest while filming his upcoming movie, "Slash Squatch." He sustained significant injuries, including broken knees, wrists, ribs, and a head injury, but…
Portland, OR, September 18, 2026 — A local filmmaker has survived a significant fall while working on a movie production in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Aaron Bratcher, known for his local filmmaking work, fell approximately 120 feet on Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain.
The incident occurred while Bratcher was engaged in filming his upcoming movie, titled “Slash Squatch.” Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the fall were not provided in the available information.
Following the fall, Bratcher sustained a number of serious injuries. These included fractures to his knees, wrists, and ribs, as well as a head injury. The exact timeline of the fall and rescue was not specified.
Emergency services conducted a rescue operation. Bratcher was subsequently transported to a medical facility for treatment. Reports indicate that he is currently making good progress in his recovery following the hospitalization.
The location of the incident, Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain, is a known area within the Mt. Hood National Forest, popular for outdoor activities and providing scenic backdrops. The extent of the production’s impact on the area was not detailed.
Information concerning the completion status of the film “Slash Squatch” or any potential delays resulting from the incident was not available.
Story summarized from the original created by Vince Ybarra on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
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