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Bicyclist dies after ‘tragic' collision with MAX train in SE Portland, TriMet says

PORTLAND, Ore. () — A bicyclist has died after being hit by a MAX train in Southeast Portland on Wednesday, authorities said. The cyclist was struck by the train, then went under the train, Portland Fire and Rescue posted on . PF&R later clarified to KOIN 6 News via email that it was a MAX train. OR advocates react to SCOTUS transgender youth decision First responders later confirmed the single individual involved 'unfortunately did not survive the impact,' PF&R said. The Multnomah County Medical Examiner has been contacted, and law enforcement are also responding to the scene, officials said. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said the man's identity won't be released until it is confirmed and the next of kin is notified. TriMet released a service disruption advisory just after 2 p.m., saying their MAX Orange Line is disrupted 'due to a collision between a train and a person near Clinton/SE 12th.' They said shuttle buses will be provided and to expect delays. A TriMet spokesperson released the following statement: 'A MAX Orange Line train was proceeding through the rail crossing at Southeast 8th Avenue and Division Street at about 1:37 p.m. today, when a person on a bicycle entered the crossing and was fatally struck by the train. This is a tragic incident and a very difficult situation for everyone involved. Our thoughts are with the cyclist, our operator and those who witnessed the incident. The collision is under investigation. TriMet is working closely with authorities as we respond to the scene. At this time, MAX Orange Line service is disrupted, with shuttle buses serving stations between Lincoln St/SW 3rd Ave and Clinton St/SE 12th Ave.' A Multnomah County Sheriff's Office spokesperson released the following statement on the incident: 'Transit Police Unit investigators determined the cyclist was traveling northbound on SE 8th Avenue, when the man encountered the railroad crossing arms lowered and traffic. The cyclist rode his bike into the opposing southbound lanes of travel, where there are no crossing arms, and was subsequently hit by a MAX train traveling in the direction of Milwaukie as he crossed the railroad tracks.' This is a developing story. KOIN 6 News will update this article if more information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.