The Osgood, Ohio, community is mourning the deaths of Kenneth E. Goubeaux, 66, and Rita M. Goubeaux, 97, who were killed in a two-vehicle crash in Darke County on Monday, November 9, 2026.

The fatal collision occurred along North Star-Fort Loramie Road, leaving both occupants of a Chevrolet Aveo dead. The Darke County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fatalities as investigators worked to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Details of the Fatal Collision

Deputies and emergency personnel responded at approximately 9:05 a.m. to the 8300 block of North Star-Fort Loramie Road after receiving a report of a serious two-vehicle accident.

According to the preliminary investigation, a black 2014 Dodge Charger driven by 20-year-old Michael J. Miller of Union City, Indiana, was travelling eastbound when it struck a blue 2007 Chevrolet Aveo travelling in the same direction.

The Chevrolet, driven by Kenneth E. Goubeaux of Osgood, was forced across the centreline and off the left side of the roadway. The vehicle overturned several times, ejecting Kenneth and his front-seat passenger, Rita M. Goubeaux, also of Osgood.

Kenneth was transported by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Rita was pronounced dead at the scene.

Miller was treated for his injuries at the scene and subsequently released. Authorities have not disclosed further details about what led to the collision.

Investigation Continues

The Darke County Sheriff’s Office Accident Reconstruction Team and an investigator from the Darke County Coroner’s Office assisted at the scene.

The crash remains under investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. No further determination about the circumstances or potential charges was included in the reports available.

Remembering Kenneth and Rita Goubeaux

The deaths of Kenneth and Rita have brought sadness to the Osgood community. Their passing in the same tragic collision has left family members and those who knew them facing a difficult loss.

As the investigation continues, loved ones and community members are remembering Kenneth and Rita Goubeaux.