PORTLAND, Ore. — A deadly crash on Highway 47 late Wednesday night has led to charges against a man accused of impaired driving that caused the accident.
Details of the Crash
Oregon State Police responded around 10:30 p.m. near milepost 22, south of Forest Grove, after reports of a two-vehicle collision.
- A northbound van crossed the center line and sideswiped a pickup truck.
- The impact caused the pickup to roll over, ejecting the driver.
- The pickup driver, 27-year-old Francisco Romero, was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the scene.
- The van’s driver, 22-year-old Martin Santizo, and his passenger were unharmed.
Charges and Investigation
Police determined that driver impairment caused the crash. Santizo was arrested and faces:
- Driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII)
- Reckless driving
- Criminally negligent homicide
Santizo was booked into the Washington County Jail.
Community Impact and Safety Reminder
Authorities urge all drivers to avoid impaired driving and always wear seatbelts to prevent fatalities in crashes. Investigations are ongoing as police continue to gather more information.
Information sourced from:
- Oregon State Police
- Local news reports
