Late Thursday night, 30‑year‑old Domonik Randsome Wright of Roseburg lost his life when his car careened off Highway 138E near milepost 12, four miles west of Glide, in Douglas County. Witnesses say Wright’s eastbound Chrysler 200 somehow left the roadway, flew through the air, and landed in a nearby field — then rolled and burst into flames almost immediately. Responders from Oregon State Police (OSP), the Glide Volunteer Fire Department, and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office arrived on scene around 11:13 p.m., but Wright was tragically pronounced dead before help could reach him.
For friends, family, and the wider community, the news was a gut‑punch. Wright wasn’t just a name in a report — he was a warm presence, someone whose energy lit up rooms, whose laughter lifted moods, and whose kindness left lasting impressions. People remember him as dependable, always ready with a joke or a helping hand, the kind of friend or family member who made life feel just that little easier and brighter.
His death leaves behind more than grief — it leaves a silence where his voice once was. But even now, people are choosing not only to mourn him, but to celebrate him. They plan to gather and remember him for what he was: a young man full of love, humor, hard work, and hope. His story, so abruptly cut short, still lives on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.
At the crash scene, investigators described the cause of the wreck as undetermined — the vehicle simply left the road for reasons yet unknown. The OSP’s Collision Reconstruction Unit is expected to examine the evidence more closely, hoping to understand what went wrong that night. What is clear is that the highway remained open during the investigation, and no other vehicles were reported involved.
In Roseburg, there is shock, disbelief, and sorrow — but also a quiet resolve to honour Wright’s memory. Friends say they’ll remember his laughter, his generosity, his readiness to help. His family says they’ll cling to beautiful memories: the smile, the warmth, the small everyday moments that made him who he was.
This tragic accident serves as a sharp, painful reminder of how fragile and precious life is — how quickly a single night can change everything. As loved ones grapple with the loss, they are also clinging to connection, community and love, choosing to celebrate Wright’s life rather than simply mourn his death.
May Domonik’s memory live on in stories shared, laughter recalled, and kindness passed forward.
