Two Indian students from Cleveland, Ohio, were killed in a crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Lancaster County on Saturday, May 10. The Lancaster County Coroner’s Office confirmed the victims as 23-year-old Saurav Prabhakar and 20-year-old Manav Patel. Both were pronounced dead at the scene, with the cause of death listed as multiple traumatic injuries. Their deaths have been ruled accidental.The fatal crash occurred at around 7.08am near milepost 286.5 in Brecknock Township, close to the Reading Interchange. According to Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the vehicle left the roadway, striking a tree before colliding with a bridge. Emergency crews responding to the scene found the driver and rear passenger dead, while the front seat passenger was rushed to Reading Hospital with serious injuries.Authorities noted that the incident did not result in road closures, as the crash site was entirely off the main roadway. The PSP’s Forensic Services Unit also responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.The Indian Consulate in New York expressed deep sorrow over the loss, confirming the students were enrolled at Cleveland State University. “Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate road accident in which two Indian students… lost their lives; our thoughts and prayers are with their families during this difficult time,” a statement read. The consulate added that it is in contact with the bereaved families and has assured them of all possible assistance.
