Deputies said a 31-year-old man was driving a Hummer south on Stayton Scio Road, when he struck a curb, then veered into the northbound lane, crashing a Chrysler head-on.
Linn County, OR. – A 77-year-old man was severely hurt after a head-on collision on Sunday morning in Portland, according to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.
The accident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. May 17, on Stayton Scio Road.
Deputies said a 31-year-old man was driving a Hummer south on Stayton Scio Road, when he struck a curb, then veered into the northbound lane, crashing a Chrysler head-on.
A 77-year-old man was extricated from his Chrysler and was rushed to the hospital with severe injuries. The man is expected to recover.
The Hummer driver showed signs of impairment. He was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. He was later released and arrested. The man was booked into Linn County Jail and charged with DUI, reckless driving and second-degree assault.
He was also cited for failure to use an ignition interlock device and driving without an operator’s license.
An investigation is ongoing.
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