Truck Driver Causes Chaos at Portland's Grand Floral Parade.
TL;DR
A man drove into the annual Grand Floral Parade in downtown Portland, nearly hitting parade goers, including children. The driver, Sidney Sean Mecham, refused to stop and led police on a chase through the parade route before finally being arrested. No injuries were reported, and the parade continued as planned. Mecham now faces multiple charges, including reckless endangerment and hit and run. Witnesses are unsure of his intentions.
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