A child was hospitalized Sunday after being struck by a vehicle near the Moda Center in Portland, according to reporting by KGW. The incident occurred in the Rose Quarter area, a major transportation hub used daily by Southwest Washington commuters who rely on TriMet’s MAX system for travel into the city.

According to KGW’s reporting, bystanders began CPR before Portland Fire & Rescue arrived. Firefighters told the station that the child was breathing when first responders reached the scene. Further details about the child’s condition had not been released as of Monday, March 2, 2026.

The crash briefly shut down MAX service near the Interstate/Rose Quarter station. TriMet has not issued additional information about the extent of the disruption, but delays at this location often ripple through the Blue, Green, and Red lines—routes heavily used by Cowlitz County residents who commute into Portland for work, school, or medical appointments.

Local authorities had not released information about the driver or circumstances leading to the collision. No arrests or citations had been announced as of the time of publication, and officials had not yet provided a publicly available account of the sequence of events.

Why this matters for Southwest Washington

The Interstate/Rose Quarter corridor is a primary access point for riders traveling from Vancouver and the wider I‑5 corridor. Collisions or emergency responses in this area can immediately affect cross‑river mobility. For families who rely on TriMet connections after crossing the Interstate Bridge, even short disruptions can complicate evening commutes and medical or recreational trips.

Safety around the Rose Quarter’s blend of pedestrian traffic, large‑venue events, and high‑volume transit service has been a longstanding concern for Portland officials. Although Sunday’s incident occurred across the river, its impacts underscore how closely linked daily life is for communities on both sides of the Columbia.

Authorities in Portland are expected to release additional details as the investigation progresses. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.

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KGW: Child in the hospital after being hit by car near Moda Center; MAX lines briefly shut down