Houston, Texas(US): A heartbreaking incident has claimed the life of a student in the U.S. The tragic accident involved Panjala Neeraj Goud, a 23-year-old Telugu student from Connecticut, who lost control of his vehicle in the early hours of the morning.

The fatal crash occurred at approximately 2:20 a.m. when Neeraj, driving a Hyundai Elantra, veered off the highway and collided with a police car at a Citco gas station. The collision caused serious injuries to the officer, who was later hospitalized but has since been discharged. However, the officer will remain off duty for an extended period due to the severity of the injuries.

Sadly, Neeraj Goud did not survive the accident. Authorities have stated that his excessive speed was a key factor contributing to the crash, which resulted in his untimely death.

Neeraj’s family has been notified, and arrangements are being made to bring his body back to India. The Indian Embassy in New York has confirmed the incident and expressed their condolences. The news has deeply shaken the Indian community in New Haven, Connecticut. Consulate officials are in close communication with the family, offering all necessary support to facilitate the repatriation of his remains.