Tragic Rollover Crash Claims Life of 35-Year-Old Hoagland Man, Timothy Wayne Lepper
HOAGLAND, IN — June 30, 2025 — A tragic accident earlier this month has taken the life of a Hoagland resident, as confirmed by the Allen County Coroner’s Office. The victim of the fatal rollover crash, which occurred on June 19, has been identified as 35-year-old Timothy Wayne Lepper.
Emergency responders were dispatched around 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, to the intersection of Hoagland Road and Grotrian Road, following reports of a serious vehicle crash with injuries. When officers with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department arrived at the scene, they discovered a devastating sight—a truck had rolled off the roadway, and the driver had been ejected from the vehicle during the crash.
Despite the immediate response from emergency medical services, Timothy Lepper was pronounced dead before arriving at the hospital. His death has since been officially ruled an accident by the Allen County Coroner’s Office.
Lepper’s passing marks the 24th traffic-related fatality in Allen County in 2025, a sobering statistic that underscores the continued urgency of road safety awareness in the region.
The crash site, situated in the rural outskirts of Hoagland, was closed off for several hours as investigators from the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, the Allen County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Allen County Coroner’s Office worked to piece together the circumstances leading up to the rollover. It is not yet known what caused Lepper to lose control of the vehicle, or whether speed, weather conditions, or mechanical failure may have played a role.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released further details regarding the incident.
Friends and family of Timothy Wayne Lepper are mourning his sudden and heartbreaking loss. Known for his work ethic and quiet kindness, Lepper was a well-regarded member of the Hoagland community. Loved ones have described him as someone who would lend a hand without hesitation and who carried a deep pride in his hometown and his roots.
As the investigation continues, community members are coming together to support Lepper’s grieving family. Plans for memorial services are expected to be announced in the coming days.
Officials urge anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Allen County Sheriff’s Department.
This devastating loss serves as yet another reminder of how quickly life can change—and how important it is to practice caution and attentiveness behind the wheel. The thoughts of the entire community are with the Lepper family during this incredibly difficult time.
