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Car Crashes Into Eugene Planned Parenthood, Leaving 'Vehicle-Sized Hole' in Apparent Deliberate Act
A vehicle crashed into a Planned Parenthood clinic in Eugene, Oregon, leaving a large hole in the building in what authorities are investigating as a deliberate act. The incident raises concerns about the safety of reproductive health providers amid a rise in threats and attacks.
EUGENE, Ore. â A car crashed into a Planned Parenthood clinic in Eugene on [date], leaving what officials described as a "vehicle-sized hole" in the building, in what appears to be a deliberate act, according to local authorities.
The crash occurred at the Planned Parenthood location on [street name], causing significant damage to the exterior wall. No injuries have been reported, and it is unclear whether anyone was inside the building at the time. Law enforcement officials are investigating the incident as a potential targeted attack on the reproductive health provider.
"We are grateful that no one was hurt, but this is a deeply disturbing act of violence against a health care provider," said [name], a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood. "We are cooperating with law enforcement and remain committed to serving our community."
The Eugene Police Department has not released further details about the driver or a possible motive, but a source familiar with the investigation said the crash is being treated as intentional. The FBI has been notified, according to local officials.
The incident comes amid a national surge in threats and attacks against reproductive health clinics since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022. According to the National Abortion Federation, there were more than 1,000 incidents of violence and disruption against abortion providers in 2023, a sharp increase from previous years.
In Oregon, where abortion remains legal, providers have reported increased security concerns. The state has seen a rise in protests and vandalism at clinics, though large-scale attacks remain rare.
Local officials condemned the crash. "This is an attack on our community's values and on the right to access health care," said [name], a Eugene city councilor. "We will not tolerate intimidation or violence against any health care provider."
Planned Parenthood has not announced how long the clinic will be closed for repairs. Patients are being directed to other locations in the region.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Eugene Police Department.