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Nearly $200k raised for family in Texas crash where 6 died

Lokesh Potabathula, who survived the crash, has lost his wife, son, daughter, mother-in-law, father-in-law, and cousin.

JOHNSON COUNTY, Texas — Nearly $200,000 has been raised to help the Alpharetta family, where six were killed in a Texas crash earlier this week. 

The family was in Texas visiting family for the holidays when a two-car crash outside Dallas on Tuesday claimed the lives of six of the seven family members in their car. 

Lokesh Potabathula, who survived the crash, has lost his wife, son, daughter, mother-in-law, father-in-law, and cousin. According to the online fundraiser, Potabathula is in "critical condition undergoing multiple surgeries as he had a deep intestinal injury, several fractures all over his body including spine, ribs, and limbs."

DONATE HERE: Pothabathula's family medical and funeral expenses

"As per doctors, it can take months of medical treatments & physiotherapy to get him back to normal life," the online fundraiser read in part. 

RELATED: Alpharetta resident fights for his life after crash kills six family members outside Dallas

DPS identified the remaining five occupants as Naveena Potabathula, 36, Nageswararao Ponnada, 64, Sitamahalakshmi Ponnada, 60, Kruthik Potabathula, 10, and Nishidha Potabathula, 9; all from Alpharetta, Georgia.

RELATED: 5 Alpharetta residents killed in Texas crash in Dallas-Fort Worth metro area: Authorities

There were two 17-year-olds inside the other car that crashed into Potabathula. As of Wednesday, authorities reported they'd suffered critical injuries in the collision, according to the release, with one being airlifted to Fort Worth-area hospitals. 

The online fundraiser shared some ways to help the family at this time: 

How You Can Help:

Donate: we urge you to donate generously to directly support Lokesh and his family in these tragic times. Whether it’s a small amount or a larger contribution, every bit counts.

Share: Please spread the word about this campaign. Share it with your friends, family, and social networks. Together, we can make a significant impact.

Pray and Send Comforting Thoughts: Sometimes emotional support is as valuable as financial assistance. Let us surround Lokesh and his family with love, prayers, and positive energy.

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