> At a Glance
> – A blue BMW left the road near Leicester, England, at 1 a.m. on Dec. 13
> – Neeru Patel, 42, Bhamini Karsan, 42, and Virashi Chauhan, 39 died at the scene
> – A 37-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving
> – Why it matters: The crash wiped out three families’ pillars just days before Christmas, leaving six children without their mothers
A single-vehicle crash in the early hours of Dec. 13 has claimed the lives of three mothers from Leicester, England, police confirmed.
The Victims
Leicestershire Police released family tributes when they formally identified two of the women on Dec. 18.
- Neeru Patel, marketing manager and mother of two, “lived a life rooted in love, compassion, and quiet faith,” her family said.
- Bhamini Karsan, office administrator, was remembered as “a loving and devoted mother, wife, and daughter” with a “warm and bubbly personality.”
- Virashi Chauhan, company secretary and mother, was described by relatives as a “beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished daughter,” per the BBC.
Investigation Update
A fourth passenger sustained minor injuries and made the emergency call around 1 a.m.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Crash occurs | Dec. 13 |
| Two victims named | Dec. 18 |
| Coroner’s hearing opens | Jan. 7 |
| Hearing resumes | July 22 |
Autopsies were completed within a week, and coroner Sophie Lomas has adjourned the full inquest until summer.
Police continue to appeal for dash-cam footage from drivers who passed the area.
Key Takeaways
- Three mothers died when their BMW left the carriageway near Leicester.
- A 37-year-old woman remains under investigation for causing death by dangerous driving.
- Coroner’s proceedings will resume July 22 to determine the full circumstances.
The families of all three women have requested privacy as they prepare for funerals and face their first Christmas without them.
