Overview
Three Indian-American students lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Georgia, with two others sustaining injuries.
Details of the Accident
On May 14, a single-vehicle crash occurred on Westside Parkway in Alpharetta, resulting in the deaths of Sriya Avasarala, Anvi Sharma, and Aryan Joshi. The driver, Rithwak Somepalli, lost control of the car, causing it to flip and come to rest upside down in the tree line.
Victims
- Sriya Avasarala
- Anvi Sharma
- Aryan Joshi
Injured Students
- Rithwak Somepalli
- Mohammed Liyakath
University Affiliations
Sriya Avasarala and Anvi Sharma were students at the University of Georgia, while Aryan Joshi was a senior at Alpharetta High School.
Police Investigation
The investigation into the accident is ongoing, with initial data suggesting that speed may have been a contributing factor.
University Condolences
The University of Georgia expressed its condolences for the lives lost in the tragic accident and offered support to the families and loved ones of the victims.