Two Who Died Outside of Miriam Hospital Identified and Cause of Death Released

Two Who Died Outside of Miriam Hospital Identified and Cause of Death Released

Providence Police have identified the two individuals who died in an automobile in a parking lot outside of The Miriam Hospital.

 

The bodies were found frozen in a vehicle on Wednesday.

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Providence Police tell GoLocal, “The deceased individuals have been identified as Stanislaw Kozav, 49, and his mother, Irina Kozav, 75. They are believed to have been unhoused and living in their vehicle for an undetermined period of time. The investigation indicates weather-related deaths, with possible contributing health factors. Detectives have ruled out foul play.”

 

According to sources, the car had been there for days and was covered with snow.

 

“As our community experiences extreme cold temperatures, Providence Police urge residents to check on vulnerable individuals who may be in need of services. Our officers proactively monitor for unhoused community members and work to connect them with available resources and shelter whenever possible,” added  Kristy DosReis of the Providence Police.