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Three Telugu students die in Florida crash, family seeks return of remains

Three students from the Telugu states were killed when their car hit a tree on I-95 in Florida; a fourth occupant remains in police custody.

Three young men from the Telugu-speaking regions of India lost their lives after their car struck a tree on Interstate 95 in Brevard County, Florida. The crash claimed the driver, a front-seat passenger, and rear-seat occupant N Rahul of Navipet, who later died while receiving medical care. Two other students, identified as Subramanyam Chaturvedula and G Anil, were also among the deceased, though their exact hometowns were not confirmed.

Police have taken a fourth individual from the vehicle into custody as the investigation continues. Rahul's father, Hari Babu, has urged the state authorities to facilitate the swift return of his son's mortal remains, noting that a Telugu association is assisting the family in the United States.

Why it matters

The incident highlights challenges faced by Indian students abroad and the need for consular support in repatriating remains.

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