Street racing: Portland police make arrests, tow cars

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Authorities say 14 people were arrested and 16 cars were towed after street racers took over multiple streets in Portland, Oregon, Sunday night.

KOIN reports that some of those arrested were from California and Washington.

Portland police said more than 400 vehicles gathered for a speed racing event about 8 p.m.

Street racing has been an ongoing problem in Portland over the years and increasingly recently.

“Addressing these crimes has been challenging and resource intensive,” police said in a statement. “With additional resources available, PPB was able to be more effective in addressing the problem.”