One person dead after crash, fire at Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland
KATU • • general
Key Points:
- A person died after a vehicle crashed into the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland early Saturday morning and caught fire, according to Portland fire and police officials.
- Firefighters extinguished the blaze and found one person deceased inside the vehicle; the Portland Police Bureau’s Explosive Disposal Unit is investigating after finding evidence of an explosive device in the vehicle.
- The Multnomah Athletic Club announced it will remain closed until further notice as authorities continue their investigation and assess the damage, with no injuries reported among members, staff, or guests.
- Road closures are in effect near the club, and police are urging anyone with information to contact investigators; the FBI is also involved in the investigation.
- The club and local authorities request the community to avoid the area while law enforcement completes their work and ensures safety.
