The incident occurred around 12:49 a.m. on December 6, 2025, on Gales Creek Road between Sheelar Lane and Stringtown Road.
Forest Grove, OR – Three people were hospitalized following a single-vehicle rollover crash early Saturday morning on Gales Creek Road, according to Forest Grove Fire & Rescue.
The incident occurred around 12:49 a.m. on December 6, 2025, on Gales Creek Road between Sheelar Lane and Stringtown Road. Emergency crews responded promptly to the scene to provide aid to the occupants of the vehicle.
The crash involved only one vehicle, which police said overturned. Two of the occupants were transported to local hospitals via ambulance, while a third was airlifted by a Life Flight helicopter to a trauma center for further treatment. The current conditions of those involved have not been released.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to investigate the circumstances of the crash. Gales Creek Road was temporarily closed between Forest Gale Drive and Stringtown Road while authorities conducted their investigation.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and the roadway has since reopened.
Single-Vehicle Accidents in Oregon
Rollover accidents, while less common than other types of crashes, are often associated with serious injuries due to the force of the vehicle overturning. According to Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) data, single-vehicle rollovers accounted for approximately 15% of fatal crashes statewide in 2024
Statewide, Washington County has seen a rise in early-morning accidents over the past few years, particularly on rural roads like Gales Creek Road, where curves and narrow lanes can contribute to loss of control.
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