Authorities in Seattle, United States, have announced a compensation of Rs 262 crore to the family of Jahnavi, a 23-year-old woman from Kurnool, who died after being hit by a police patrol vehicle in January 2023. The incident occurred while she was crossing a road in the city.

The case drew attention following details surrounding the circumstances of the accident and subsequent developments.

Remarks by Police Officer Trigger Outrage

అమెరికాలో పోలీస్ అధికారి నిర్లక్ష్యంతో మరణించిన కర్నూలు అమ్మాయి కుటుంబానికి రూ.262 కోట్ల భారీ పరిహారం

2023 జనవరిలో సియాటెల్‌లో రోడ్డు దాటుతున్న జాహ్నవి(23) అనే యువతిని ఢీకొట్టిన పోలీస్ పెట్రోలింగ్ కారు

అనంతరం "ఆమె చనిపోయింది, ఆమె చాలా మాములు మనిషి, 11 వేల డాలర్లు ఇస్తే… https://t.co/fayFAh2zM2 pic.twitter.com/aroKmPKpa1

— Telugu Scribe (@TeluguScribe) February 12, 2026

Following the incident, police officer Daniel Auderer was reported to have made remarks about the victim, stating that she had died and referring to her as an ordinary person, while mentioning a figure of 11,000 dollars. The comments, which included laughter, led to widespread criticism and scrutiny over the handling of the situation.

The remarks became a key point of public attention as the case progressed.

City Administration Announces Compensation

The Seattle city administration has now announced compensation of Rs 262 crore for Jahnavi’s family, citing the death caused due to police negligence. The decision marks a significant administrative response to the case and follows continued developments since the incident in 2023.

Officials have indicated that the compensation is being provided in connection with the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident. Further procedural aspects related to the case remain under administrative process.

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