PORTLAND, OR – November 10, 2023 – John V. Bayes, 48, of Eugene, received a citation for Careless Driving Contributing to an Accident, Portland Police Bureau said. The citation relates to the October 26 crash on Interstate 5 that resulted in the death of Mark S. Sinclair, 68, of Woodland, Washington.
Sinclair was driving a green 1998 Honda Accord on the southbound lane of I-5 when his vehicle was hit from behind by a 2017 Mercedes Sprinter, driven by Bayes.
The impact caused a multi-vehicle collision involving three other cars. Sinclair was pronounced dead at the scene.
No other injuries were reported, and no additional transports were made. Bayes cooperated with the investigation and remained at the scene. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.