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Trey Lara, a 24-year-old pastor, went into cardiac arrest during the Portland Marathon. He died later in the hospital, according to a GoFundMe set up by a church member. Lara was about six miles into the race when the incident occurred. His family was with him when he passed away.
The race organizer, Motiv Sports, thanked first responders for their efforts. The marathon, with nearly 15,000 participants, was the largest in its history. Lara had been working on youth leadership at the Foursquare Church. His wife, Audrey, caught up with him during the race. Read more culture coverage.
Lara had been training for months, and running was his way to relax. The fundraiser for his funeral and hospital care has raised over $56,000. Cardiac arrests during races are rare but can be fatal, according to a study in JAMA. Related: Elite Women's Race at 2026 Chicago Marathon: A Competitive Showdown.
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A young pastor collapsed during the marathon and later died in the hospital. Trey Lara, a 24-year-old pastor, went into cardiac arrest during the Portland Marathon. He died later in the hospital, according to a GoFundMe set up by a church member. Lara was about six miles into the race when the incident occurred. His family was with him when he passed away.
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Runner World published this brief on October 8, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated October 8, 2026.
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