The lead off
- 21-year-old man seriously injured in Amish buggy crash in Adams County
- Crash occurred late Saturday night near 400 South and 200 East
- Driver ejected after buggy struck fence post; investigation ongoing
BERNE, IND. (WOWO) A 21-year-old man is hospitalized with serious injuries following a single-vehicle Amish buggy crash in Adams County late Saturday night, according to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office.
Crash reported late Saturday night
The crash occurred on June 7, 2028, at approximately 11:15 p.m. in the area of 400 South and 200 East, where deputies responded to a report of a personal injury crash involving an Amish buggy.
According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, preliminary findings indicate the buggy was occupied by a single male driver who was observed slumped over in the seat prior to the crash.
Sequence of events under investigation
Investigators say the buggy left the roadway and struck a fence post, causing the driver to be ejected from the vehicle.
Authorities said it is currently unknown why the driver was slumped over before the crash occurred.
After the impact, the horse and buggy continued eastbound along 400 South before being safely contained by area residents.
Injuries and medical response
The driver, identified as 21-year-old Paul Eicher of rural Berne, sustained serious head injuries in the crash.
Emergency responders provided medical care at the scene before transporting Eicher to a Fort Wayne-area hospital for further treatment, according to officials.
Agencies assist at scene
Multiple agencies assisted with the response and investigation, including:
- Adams County EMS
- Berne Police Department
- Berne Fire Department
- Adams County Highway Department
Officials also thanked community members who helped contain the horse and buggy following the crash.
Looking ahead
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office says the circumstances surrounding the crash remain under active investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
The takeaway
Single-buggy crash leaves young man critically injured
A 21-year-old Berne man suffered serious head injuries after being ejected from an Amish buggy that struck a fence post in Adams County late Saturday night.
Cause of crash remains unclear
Investigators say the driver was reportedly slumped over before the crash, but the reason has not yet been determined and remains under review.
Multi-agency response continues investigation
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office, along with local emergency and fire agencies, continues to investigate while the victim receives treatment at a Fort Wayne-area hospital.
