Summary
An elderly homeless woman and her disabled son were found dead in their car in Providence, Rhode Island, two weeks after a call for help. Their deaths were due to severe weather and health issues. Issues with emergency response and communication played a role in the delay.
Key Facts
- The woman, Irina Kozak, was 75, and her son, Stanislaw Kozak, was 49.
- They lived in a white Kia Sorento for about a year.
- Their deaths were linked to the cold weather and health problems.
- A call for help came on January 28 through a Russian interpreter.
- Police couldn't talk to Irina directly or locate the car immediately.
- They were found near Miriam Hospital on February 11.
- Emergency response procedures are being reviewed due to the incident.
- Authorities cited language barriers and lack of clear information as issues.
