Multiple Arrests, Vehicles Seized in North Portland Street Takeover

Police disrupted the illegal event, citing reckless driving and assisting an injured pedestrian.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:50pm by Ben Kaplan

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The Portland Police Bureau reported disrupting an illegal street takeover in North Portland on April 4, making multiple arrests, seizing vehicles and a firearm, and assisting an injured pedestrian who had been struck by a driver performing dangerous maneuvers.

Why it matters

Street takeovers pose serious risks to participants, spectators, and the surrounding community, often leading to crashes, injuries, and the presence of weapons. The Portland Police Bureau is committed to proactive enforcement to prevent such dangerous gatherings from escalating.

The details

Officers from the North Precinct, assisted by personnel from other precincts and PPB's surveillance plane, responded to reported gatherings of hundreds of people at two locations: on North Whitaker Road in Delta Park, and at Northeast 33rd Avenue and Broadway Street. Participants were reportedly performing stunts and occupying intersections. During the response, the PPB plane crew saw a driver striking a pedestrian while performing "dangerous maneuvers." The driver, 21-year-old Ciana Hughes, was cited for reckless driving and her Ford Mustang was seized. Police also discovered a severely injured man who had been assaulted by participants of the takeover. Officers rendered aid and helped him receive medical attention. Several other individuals were arrested, and a total of eight vehicles were seized along with eight additional citations issued.

  • On April 4, 2026, Portland police responded to reports of an illegal street takeover in North Portland.

The players

Ciana Hughes

A 21-year-old driver who was cited for reckless driving and had her Ford Mustang seized by police during the street takeover response.

Portland Police Bureau

The law enforcement agency that disrupted the illegal street takeover, made arrests, seized vehicles and a firearm, and assisted an injured pedestrian.

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What they’re saying

“Illegal street takeovers 'pose serious risks to participants, spectators, and the surrounding community, often leading to crashes, injuries, and the presence of weapons.'”

— Portland Police Bureau

What’s next

The Portland Police Bureau said it remains committed to proactive enforcement to prevent such dangerous gatherings from escalating in the future.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing illegal street takeovers, which can lead to reckless driving, assaults, and other public safety concerns in local communities. The Portland Police Bureau's swift response and commitment to enforcement demonstrates their efforts to maintain safety and deter such high-risk activities.