Suspect in Amish buggy crash arrested again for OVI

Michael Quillen was pulled over west of Angola, Indiana early Sunday morning

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Michael Quillen, the 32-year-old man indicted on multiple charges related to a November 2025 crash that injured three people in an Amish buggy in Williams County, Ohio, was arrested again early Sunday morning for operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OVI) in Steuben County, Indiana.

Why it matters

This latest arrest raises concerns about repeat offenders and public safety, especially involving vulnerable road users like Amish buggies. It also highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing drunk driving and holding repeat offenders accountable.

The details

Quillen was pulled over around 3 a.m. on February 15 west of Angola, Indiana and booked into the Steuben County Jail on the OVI charge. He was scheduled to appear in court later this week on Thursday for the November 2025 crash that injured three people in an Amish buggy.

  • Quillen was arrested around 3 a.m. on February 15, 2026 in Steuben County, Indiana.
  • Quillen was scheduled to appear in court on February 20, 2026 for the November 2025 Amish buggy crash.

The players

Michael Quillen

A 32-year-old man who was indicted on multiple charges related to a November 2025 crash that injured three people in an Amish buggy in Williams County, Ohio.

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What’s next

The judge will decide whether to allow Quillen out on bail for the new OVI charge at his upcoming court appearance.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing repeat drunk driving offenders and protecting vulnerable road users like Amish buggies, raising questions about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in preventing such incidents.