In a heartbreaking incident, a 25-year-old Indian student tragically lost her life, and six others sustained injuries in a road accident near Chicago, as confirmed by officials on Monday (Indian time).
The accident occurred late Saturday night (US time) on Interstate 65, close to Crown Point in Lake County, Indiana, according to police reports.
Local media identified the deceased as Navya Gadusu, with the Lake County Coroner's Office confirming her death at 12:16 a.m. on Sunday.
Authorities stated that Gadusu succumbed to blunt force traumatic injuries resulting from the crash.
The Indian Consulate General in Chicago expressed its sorrow over the incident, stating it is in ongoing communication with Gadusu's family.
In a statement on X, the Consulate said, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Indian student Navya Gadusu in a road accident near Chicago. Our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time. The Consulate is in touch with the family of the deceased and is also coordinating with friends and community members assisting those injured in the accident."
According to the Indiana State Police, the collision occurred around 11:15 p.m. Saturday. Investigators revealed that a red minivan carrying seven adults was traveling at a very slow speed of approximately 10 to 15 miles per hour behind another vehicle that was experiencing mechanical issues.
Police reported that the driver of a car approaching from behind failed to notice the slow speed of the minivan and attempted to swerve left to avoid a crash.
Unfortunately, the vehicle collided forcefully with the left side of the minivan, causing it to veer off the road and fall into a ditch.
Authorities clarified that the vehicle with mechanical problems, which the minivan had been following, was not involved in the accident.
Further investigation revealed that the minivan was equipped with only two front seats, while the remaining five passengers were seated on boxes of mangoes without seat belts at the time of the incident.
The Indiana State Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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