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Car With Explosive Devices Crashes Into Portland’s Multnomah Athletic Club, Killing Driver

Police say the case appears isolated with identity and motive unconfirmed.

Overview

  • The Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, which was struck early Saturday, remains closed after a fiery crash that left the driver dead inside the vehicle.
  • Investigators found multiple improvised devices, including pipe bombs and propane tanks, with some partially detonated and others still active.
  • Explosive technicians worked for many hours using robots and other remote tools to secure what one unit leader called the most complex scene he has handled in the city.
  • Federal partners from the FBI and ATF are assisting Portland police as detectives continue a criminal investigation into how and why the devices were brought into the club.
  • Police report no injuries to members or staff, media cite damage in the millions, and local outlets have named a former employee as the driver without official confirmation from authorities.