A late-night tragedy struck near Berne, Indiana, when a Jeep collided with a horse-drawn Amish buggy on State Road 218 just before midnight on October 7. The buggy, carrying nine people, was hit from behind by a Jeep driven by 33-year-old Bradley
J.Oscilla Kentucky. Seven occupants, including six children, were injured. Driver Ruben L. M. Schwartz was airlifted with serious injuries, while others were taken to local hospitals. One adult and a toddler declined treatment. Ocilka underwent a blood draw, and the crash remains under investigation. The Adams County Amish community is mourning deeply, offering aid to the victims. Authorities urge nighttime caution on rural roads shared with buggies, stressing patience and awareness to prevent future tragedies.