In The News 29 September 2026

Wilmington Post investigating fatal traffic crash involving horse-drawn carriage

Wilmington – The Wilmington Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash involving a horse-drawn carriage. The crash occurred Sept. 28 at approximately 6:45 p.m. on state Route 138 near Worley Mill Road in Paint Township, Highland County.

The preliminary investigation showed that the horse-drawn carriage, operated by Albert Keim, 85, of Hillsboro, was traveling southwest on State Route 138. A 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, operated by Stanley Oiler, 75, of Greenfield, was also traveling southwest on state Route 138 when it struck the rear of the horse-drawn carriage.

Albert Keim sustained serious injuries and was flown by medical helicopter to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center where he was later pronounced deceased. Stanley Oiler sustained minor injuries and was transported to Highland District Hospital by Paint Creek EMS where he was treated and released.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by Highland County Sheriff’s Office, Paint Creek Fire and EMS, University of Cincinnati Health Air Care, Highland County Coroner’s Office, and Zach’s Towing.

The crash remains under investigation.

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