PORTLAND, Ore. — A suspected intoxicated driver hit two pedestrians, leaving one in critical condition, early Saturday morning in Portland.
The collision occurred at around 1:15 a.m. on West Burnside Street at Northwest 16th Avenue.
One pedestrian, a man, was unconscious when officers arrived and taken to a hospital. He is in critical condition, according to Portland police. The other pedestrian, a woman, suffered minor injuries.
The driver, 39-year-old Ian Cupples, stayed at the scene. He was arrested on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants, third-degree assault and reckless driving.
Anyone who witnessed the crash and has not spoken with police is asked to contact investigator Garrett Dow at 503-823-5070 or Garrett.Dow@portlandoregon.gov.