Multiple agencies responded, including:
- Adams County EMS
- Berne and Geneva Police Departments
- Berne Fire Department
- Wells and Jay County EMS
- Indiana State Police
- Lutheran Hospital Flight Team
First responders described the scene as chaotic but coordinated, as teams worked through the night to treat the injured and clear the roadway.
A Community in Mourning
“When tragedy hits one family, it affects the whole community,” shared a local resident.
Road Safety Reminder
This crash underscores the dangers faced byhorse-drawn buggies on modern high-speed roads, especially at night.