DELAWARE COUNTY / SCIOTO TOWNSHIP, OH — The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating a fatal three-vehicle collision that claimed the life of 64-year-old Robert Shipley on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, 2026.
The chain-reaction crash occurred along U.S. Route 36 in Scioto Township, resulting in one fatality and sending two other motorists to area hospitals.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection of U.S. Route 36 and Ostrander Road in Scioto Township at approximately 1:20 p.m. following reports of a serious crash.
Preliminary investigations indicate that a 2018 Ford F-150 was traveling westbound on U.S. Route 36 when its driver slowed down. A 2015 Ford F-350 traveling behind the pickup struck it from the rear.
Following the impact, the Ford F-150 crossed the center line and was struck on its passenger side by an eastbound 2016 Honda Pilot.
Tragically, Robert Shipley, who was driving the Ford F-150, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of the Ford F-350 and Honda Pilot were transported to local hospitals for medical treatment. Their conditions have not been released.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. Further details have not yet been provided.
Robert’s sudden passing has left family members, friends, and loved ones grieving a life lost far too soon. As they navigate this difficult time, heartfelt condolences go out to everyone affected by his death.
May Robert Shipley rest in peace, and may his loved ones find strength and comfort in the memories they shared with him.
