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Fatal head-on crash closed Oregon 551 near I-5

The crash near Langdon Farms Golf Course was after midnight, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.
Credit: CCSO
A deadly head-on crash on Oregon 551 near I-5 close the highway for several hours. One driver was airlifted from the scene.

PORTLAND, Ore. — A fatal head-on crash closed Oregon 551, the Portland-Hubbard Highway, in Clackamas County as it approaches Interstate 5.

The crash near Langdon Farms golf course was after midnight, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.

A Toyota Camry driven by Kelsie Martin, 29, of Beavercreek, was northbound on the highway and crossed the centerline, according to the Oregon State Police.

Martin struck a southbound Toyota Prius driven by Stephanie Patricio, 33, of Woodburn. Patricio died at the scene and Martin was airlifted to a hospital in serious condition, police said.

"Alcohol impairment by Martin is suspected as a contributing factor," the OSP said in  prepared statement.

The highway was reopened about 7 a.m.

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