2-car crash in NE Portland at 6:40 a.m. resulted in 1 death, 1 injury, and road closure; 56th traffic-related death this year; authorities seek public info.

A two-car crash in Northeast Portland on Monday at 6:40 a.m. resulted in one death and one injury. The incident occurred near Northeast Halsey Street and 118th Avenue, leading to the closure of Halsey between 117th and 122nd avenues for investigation. This marks the 56th traffic-related death in Portland this year. Authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the crash.