Michael E. Eberitzsch II, 22, dead after three vehicle crash on U.S. 26 near Sandy, Oregon
Modified Date:
Fri, 03/06/2015 - 5:55pmAccident Date:
Friday, March 6, 2015Police ID driver who died in US 26 crash east of Sandy
A three-vehicle crash shut down all lanes of U.S. 26 between Sandy and Welches for over five hours.
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First responders included the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, the Sandy police and fire departments, Hoodland Fire Department and ODOT.
Michael E. Eberitzsch II was driving a white Hyundai on eastbound U.S. 26 when he crossed into the oncoming lane and collided head-on with a semi-truck. A wheel came off of the truck in the impact and struck another semi-truck. The cause of the crash is currently unknown.The truck drivers remained at the scene after the incident. This crash is still under investigation.
Type: Car Accident
Topics:
Head-onPeople Involved:
Michael E. Eberitzsch II
Roadway:
U.S. 26City:
Sandy, ORCounty:
Clackamas County, ORArea:
Portland, OR
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