Injured Driver Charged with DUII, Assault After 3-Car Crash in Gresham

The driver's blood alcohol level was more than triple the legal limit, police say.

Mar. 9, 2026 at 3:52am

An injured driver is facing DUII and assault charges after a three-car crash early Sunday morning in Gresham, Oregon. Police say the driver, identified as Antonio Silva Garcia, had a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit and was rushed to the hospital after the crash. After receiving treatment, Silva Garcia was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center.

Why it matters

Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety issue, with crashes involving alcohol or drugs resulting in injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. This incident highlights the need for continued education and enforcement efforts to address drunk driving in the Gresham community.

The details

Shortly before 3:30 a.m., Gresham police responded to a three-car crash at the intersection of Southeast 182nd Avenue and Southeast Division Street. The driver suspected of causing the crash, Antonio Silva Garcia, was injured and transported to the hospital. During the investigation, police determined that Silva Garcia's blood alcohol level was more than triple the legal limit. After receiving medical treatment, Silva Garcia was booked into the Multnomah County Detention Center and faces DUII and assault charges.

  • The crash occurred shortly before 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2026.

The players

Antonio Silva Garcia

The driver suspected of causing the three-car crash, who had a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit.

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What’s next

Police have not indicated if anyone else was injured in the crash. The judge will determine if Silva Garcia will be allowed out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of addressing impaired driving in the Gresham community through continued education, enforcement, and support for those struggling with substance abuse issues.