Full Breakdown
Lake Oswego Rollover Crash Leads to DUII Arrest and Power Outage
9/7/2026, 6:44:52 AM
Crash and First-Responder Action
Just after 2 a.m. early Sunday, Lake Oswego police were dispatched to the intersection of Spinosa and Jefferson Parkway after a caller reported hearing a crash. Arriving on scene, officers found a single vehicle overturned with the driver outside the car and a passenger trapped inside. The crash had sheared a power pole, bringing down power lines onto the roadway. Lake Oswego Fire Department and American Medical Response assisted in safely extricating the passenger, and both occupants were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police noted the driver appeared intoxicated and thanked the fire department, the ambulance service, Portland General Electric, and the Clackamas County Criminal Reconstruction and Forensics Team for their roles in managing the incident and investigating the crash.
Driver Identification and Charges
The driver was identified as 20-year-old Branden Anders of Lake Oswego. He was taken into custody and lodged at the Multnomah County Detention Center. Anders faces multiple charges: driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII), reckless driving, recklessly endangering another person, and fourth-degree assault. These charges were announced by Lake Oswego police during the post-crash briefing.
Utility and Infrastructure Impact
Portland General Electric crews responded to the downed power lines, securing the area and restoring electricity to the affected roadway. The sheared pole and fallen lines temporarily disrupted power service in the immediate vicinity, prompting utility workers to coordinate with law-enforcement and fire personnel to ensure public safety while repairs were underway.
Legal Follow-Up
Anders remains in detention pending a court appearance. The listed charges carry potential penalties that will be determined through the Multnomah County judicial process. Police indicated that the investigation, supported by the forensic reconstruction team, will continue to assess any additional factors contributing to the crash.
