Tanysha Thomas Death & Obituary: In a heartbreaking accident on Saturday night, 24-year-old Tanysha Thomas of Caledonia lost her life. The incident occurred around 9:40 p.m. on Creek Road, near the Batavia city line. According to police reports, Thomas was driving northbound on Creek Road when she lost control of her vehicle while navigating a turn.
Accident Details and Emergency Response
The Genesee County Emergency Dispatch Center received multiple reports of downed power lines in the area. Emergency responders from the Batavia Fire Department and Batavia Police Department arrived promptly at the scene. They found a power pole lying across the road and a vehicle overturned and engulfed in flames down an embankment in a wooded area east of Creek Road.
Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the flames and assess the situation. Tragically, Tanysha Thomas was found inside the vehicle and was pronounced dead upon arrival at United Memorial Medical Center. The investigation revealed that her vehicle struck a telephone pole and a tree before rolling down the embankment and landing on its roof, which caused the vehicle to catch fire.
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Ongoing Investigation and Appeal for Information
The Batavia Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that any other individuals were involved or present in the vehicle. Authorities are seeking additional information from anyone who might have witnessed the incident or has knowledge of the events leading up to the crash.
Those with any relevant information are urged to contact the Batavia Police Department at 585-345-6350. The police are working to piece together the moments leading up to the crash to understand the factors that may have contributed to this tragic loss.
Community Impact
The loss of Tanysha Thomas has left her community and loved ones in deep mourning. As the investigation continues, the Batavia community and local authorities remain focused on supporting her family and thoroughly examining all aspects of the crash. This tragic accident on Creek Road is a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety and vehicle control. The community hopes that the ongoing investigation will provide answers that could help prevent similar tragedies in the future.