Four Injured After Car Collides with Amish Buggy in Ashland County

Two men, a woman, and a child in the buggy were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Four people were injured on Tuesday morning when a vehicle crashed into an Amish buggy in Jackson Township, Ashland County, Ohio. According to the Ashland County Sheriff's Office, the two men, woman, and child inside the buggy were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the vehicle that hit the buggy was cited.

Why it matters

Collisions between vehicles and Amish buggies are a persistent issue in rural Ohio, often resulting in serious injuries due to the vulnerability of the buggy occupants. This incident highlights the need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect the Amish community on the roads.

The details

The crash occurred along U.S. Route 42 in Jackson Township, Ashland County. The Ashland County Sheriff's Office reported that the four occupants of the Amish buggy - two men, a woman, and a child - were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the vehicle that hit the buggy was cited by authorities.

  • The crash occurred on Tuesday morning, February 11, 2026.

The players

Ashland County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and reported on the crash incident.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the Amish community in rural Ohio, where collisions between vehicles and traditional horse-drawn buggies continue to pose a safety risk. Increased public awareness, road design improvements, and collaborative efforts between authorities and the Amish community will be crucial to preventing such accidents in the future.