Indian Family Dies in Tragic Car Crash on Way to U.S. Temple

A tragic end has come to the search for four Indian-origin family members who went missing during a road trip from Buffalo, New York, to West Virginia. Authorities have confirmed that all four were found dead in a car crash late Saturday night, August 2.

The victims have been identified as Dr. Kishore Divan, Asha Divan, Shailesh Divan, and Gita Divan. According to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, their light green Toyota Camry was discovered around 9:30 PM at the bottom of a steep embankment along Big Wheeling Creek Road, a remote area in Marshall County, West Virginia.

“The four individuals who were reported missing from Buffalo, New York, have been found deceased following a vehicle crash,” said Sheriff Mike Dougherty in an official statement. “First responders were on the scene for more than five hours. Sheriff Dougherty extends condolences to the families of the victims.”

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and officials have said further details will be shared once the inquiry is complete.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the Indian-American community, with many expressing grief and offering condolences to the grieving families.