Stabbed man walks into oncoming traffic, crashes head-on in Northeast Portland

Portland police are investigating a stabbing that led to a car crash Friday afternoon. Police said a 56-year-old man was stabbed and was driving despite his serious injuries.

The man was swerving into oncoming lanes of Northeast 102nd before crashing head-on near the intersection with Northeast Sacramento, police said.

“The injuries were thought to be life-threatening, but incredible lifesaving efforts by paramedics, emergency doctors and surgeons stabilized him in hospital,” said Sergeant PPB. Kevin Allen said in an email to KATU News.

The driver of the other vehicle involved in the crash was also injured, but his condition has not been released.

Police did not say where the man was stabbed.

The Major Crimes Unit responded to the scene and is investigating.

Police say they are not currently looking for any outstanding suspects.