Three killed in crash near Woodstock

Victims include a Cambridge man and two Tillsonburg teens

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:11pm

A 45-year-old man from Cambridge, Ontario and two teenagers from Tillsonburg, Ontario were killed in a multi-vehicle collision near Woodstock, Ohio on Saturday evening. The crash occurred on State Route 401 and involved several vehicles.

Why it matters

Fatal car crashes are always tragic events that impact local communities. This incident is particularly devastating as it claimed the lives of three people, including two young adults from the nearby town of Tillsonburg.

The details

According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 6:30 pm on State Route 401 in Norwich Township. The Cambridge man was driving a sedan that collided with a pickup truck and an SUV. The two Tillsonburg teens, ages 17 and 19, were passengers in the sedan. All three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of the other vehicles involved sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The crash occurred around 6:30 pm on Saturday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Cambridge resident

A 45-year-old man from Cambridge, Ontario who was killed in the crash.

Two Tillsonburg teens

A 17-year-old and a 19-year-old from Tillsonburg, Ontario who were passengers in the sedan and were killed in the crash.

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What’s next

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash. They will examine evidence and interview witnesses to determine the sequence of events that led to the fatal collision.

The takeaway

This tragic accident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the devastating impact that car crashes can have on local communities. The loss of these three lives is deeply felt, and the community will need to come together to support the families and loved ones affected by this tragedy.