Indian family, on way to US temple, dies in tragic car crash
The victims have been identified as Dr Kishore Divan, Asha Divan, Shailesh Divan, and Gita Divan. According to authorities, their light green Toyota Camry was discovered at approximately 9.30 pm on August 2, off a steep embankment along Big Wheeling Creek Road in Marshall County, West Virginia.
"The four individuals who were reported missing from Buffalo, New York, have been found deceased following a vehicle crash. The victims have been identified as Dr. Kishore Divan, Mrs. Asha Divan, Mr. Shailesh Divan, and Mrs. Gita Divan. Their vehicle was located on Saturday, August 2, at approximately 9:30 PM, off a steep embankment along Big Wheeling Creek Road. First responders were on the scene for more than five hours. Sheriff Dougherty extends condolences to the families of the victims. Further information will be released upon the completion of the investigation," Marshal County Sheriff Mike Dougherty's office said in a statement.
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