Cyclist Critically Injured in Collision With TriMet Lift Bus in Southeast Portland
A cyclist sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a TriMet Lift bus near SE 136th Avenue and SE Mall Street in Southeast Portland.
Portland, OR, September 21, 2026 — A cyclist has sustained life-threatening injuries following a collision with a TriMet Lift bus. The incident occurred in Southeast Portland near the intersection of SE 136th Avenue and SE Mall Street.
Emergency services responded to the scene of the accident, where a cyclist was found to have been struck by a TriMet Lift bus. The severity of the cyclist’s injuries has been described as life-threatening.
Details regarding the circumstances that led to the collision have not yet been released. This includes the exact time of the incident, the identities of the individuals involved, and any contributing factors. The specific condition of the cyclist following the incident has also not been provided.
TriMet, the regional public transportation agency for the Portland metropolitan area, operates a fleet of Lift buses which are part of its paratransit service. Information on whether an investigation into the incident has been initiated by TriMet or local authorities was not immediately available.
The intersection of SE 136th Avenue and SE Mall Street is located within a mixed-use area of Southeast Portland. Road safety for cyclists and vehicle operators is a recurring concern in urban environments, particularly when operating large public transit vehicles in areas with mixed traffic. Further information is expected to be released as it becomes available from official sources.
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