Cars, guns, drugs seized as PPB mission stops street takeover in tracks

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — As temperatures rise, historically the Rose City has seen a spike in street racing. However, local law enforcement is cracking down on dangerous driving, conducting targeted missions to stop racers in their tracks.

Portland police partnered with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, and the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office to conduct more than 20 traffic stops during a proactive mission overnight on Sunday.

Video obtained by KOIN 6 News shows several vehicles seized in North Portland.