Tishara Pugh, 36, killed and other passenger critically injured after stolen vehicle strikes SUV, sending it into utility pole on Whittlesey Street in Rochester, New York
Serious crash on Whittlesey St in Rochester
At least five ambulances also responded to the scene, and paramedics performed chest compressions on at least one person.
1 dead, 1 seriously injured after stolen car crash
Police say the impact of the crash was so devastating that the car that was hit flew almost 70 yards down the alley, crashing through a pole and a garage.
Mother of five identified as victim of Sunday's deadly crash in Rochester
36-year-old Tishara Pugh was killed when her car was hit by a car police say was fleeing after being stolen. Pugh was a mother of five. A passenger in Pugh's vehicle is still in critical condition.
Family remembers mother of 5 killed in crash Sunday
Tishara left behind five children ranging in age from 13, all the way down to 10 months. Pugh said her family was forced to share the bad news with them.
Man charged in crash that killed mother of 5 Sunday
He was charged with second degree manslaughter and four counts of second degree assault in connection to the crash. Police say additional charges may be considered by a Monroe County Grand Jury.
What do you want to do?
After an injury car accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone has been injured in a car crash, it's hard to know what to do to help. Injured people need appropriate medial treatment, but they also need to have their civil and legal rights protected.
After a serious crash, several steps need to be taken, including dealing with the insurance companies, tracking and documenting lost income from missed work, coordinating medical bill payments, and handling an insurance claim.
Go here for information on the best way to handle these issues following an injury car accident.
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