Truck Crashes Through Oregon Home After Soaring Through Air

Doorbell camera captures dramatic incident in Tigard, leaving family shaken but unharmed.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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A 33-year-old man is accused of reckless driving and reckless endangerment after his truck went airborne, cleared a brick wall, and crashed into a Tigard, Oregon home in the early hours of February 13, 2026. The homeowner, David Brudnok, was awoken by the impact, which destroyed the bathroom, but he and his family escaped uninjured.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the potential for catastrophic property damage and harm to innocent residents when vehicles leave the roadway at high speeds. It also raises questions about road safety measures and whether more can be done to prevent such extreme crashes in residential areas.

The details

According to police, the driver, Jacob Hankins, was speeding through a nearby intersection when he hit a dirt mound, launching his truck over 100 feet through the air. The truck cleared a brick wall before crashing through the front door and into the Brudnok family's home, leaving a massive hole and destroying the bathroom.

  • The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. on February 13, 2026.
  • The Brudnok family was sound asleep when the truck crashed into their home.

The players

Jacob Hankins

A 33-year-old man accused of reckless driving and reckless endangerment in the crash.

David Brudnok

The homeowner whose house was damaged when the truck crashed through the front door.

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What they’re saying

“I got woken up, just the slamming and the house rumbled and like, it was, it was crazy. And then my wife was, was knitting in the room just right there and I heard her start screaming my name.”

— David Brudnok, Homeowner (KOIN)

What’s next

Authorities say they will continue to investigate the incident and determine if any additional charges will be filed against the driver, Jacob Hankins.

The takeaway

This dramatic crash serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe and responsible driving, especially in residential areas, to prevent such devastating incidents that can put innocent lives at risk.