15-year-old struck by truck near George Middle School in north Portland, Oregon
Teen struck by truck near North Portland middle school
The teen is a freshman at Roosevelt High School. Tuesday is the first day of school for Roosevelt.
Due to the severity of his injuries, a major crash team was called to investigate.
Police were called just after 7:45 to the crash on North Columbia Boulevard and Midway Avenue.
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Officers and medical personnel at the scene found the teen suffering from serious injuries. Witnesses said the boy was unconscious after the crash and they covered him with a blanket.
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