https://bikeportland.org/2025/06/17/portland-man-hit-intentionally-by-driver-on-pedalpalooza-ride-shares-his-story-395016

7:00pm June 2, Portlander Vivek Jeevan was part of a group of about 30 cyclists on a ride that’s part of the #BikeSummer…in the back of the group headed north on Northeast 7th Ave approaching NE Holladay, they were approached by two aggressive car drivers. One of the drivers intentionally drove into Viv…

…a dedicated cycling advocate,…education coordinator for #BikeLoud #PDX, and certified bike riding instructor who offers private riding lessons and bicycle education…

Portland man hit intentionally by driver on Pedalpalooza ride shares his story

“You caused this because you were in the car lane," the officer said to me.

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"When I explained that I was with a #Pedalpalooza group of 30 #cyclists, and I was in the traffic lane because the bike lane was occupied, his face lit up. He smiled as if he’d just solved a challenge problem. “You caused this because you were in the car lane,” the officer said to me. “You’re legally required to be in the bike lane for your protection.”

…law that pertains to this situation, ORS 814.430, says a #bicycle rider can leave the bike lane if they are overtaking…"

sue them!!