The Ohio State Highway Patrol Findlay Post is investigating a tragic two vehicle fatal crash that claimed the life of Chad Shepler 30 of Jenera Ohio on June 16 2026 at approximately 5 58 AM at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and County Road 15 in Orange Township.
According to investigators a 2008 Pontiac G 6 was traveling westbound on Lincoln Highway approaching County Road 15 driven by 30 year old Chad Shepler of Jenera Ohio. At the same time a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze driven by 57 year old Gregory Miron of Ada Ohio was traveling northbound on County Road 15 approaching Lincoln Highway.
Preliminary findings indicate the Chevrolet Cruze failed to yield at the stop sign and entered the intersection where it struck the driver side door of the Pontiac G 6. After impact both vehicles traveled off the northwest side of the roadway and came to rest in a nearby field.
Chad Shepler sustained fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene despite emergency response efforts. Authorities confirmed he was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the collision.
Gregory Miron sustained serious injuries and was transported by ground ambulance to Lima Memorial Hospital. Officials reported that his injuries were not considered life threatening. He was also properly restrained at the time of the crash.
Troopers stated that impairment is not believed to be a factor in the collision. The crash remains under active investigation as authorities continue to review evidence and reconstruct the events leading up to the impact.
Several agencies assisted at the scene including Bluffton Fire and EMS Beaverdam Richland Fire and EMS EDs Towing and Allen County Mortuary Services who worked together to secure the area and assist with recovery operations.
The community now mourns the sudden and tragic loss of Chad Shepler whose life was cut short in an early morning roadway crash that has left family friends and loved ones grieving.
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