Portland, OR — A bicyclist tragically died after crashing in Washington Park on Sunday evening, according to Portland police. The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. while the cyclist was riding a BMX-style bike downhill with others.
Authorities reported that the cyclist tried to maneuver between two boulders when he lost control and crashed. The victim’s name has not been released by police at this time.
“No further information will be released at this time,” officials said in a statement.
The Crash
Portland police said the cyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, which may have contributed to the severity of the injuries. The other cyclists in the group were not involved in the crash, and no other details regarding the incident have been shared.
Investigation and No Additional Details
As of now, authorities have not provided any further updates, and it is unclear if the crash was caused by any external factors, such as road conditions or mechanical failure.
Officials have stated that the investigation is ongoing but have not disclosed any further details.
For now, the case remains under review by Portland police.
