3 members were killed in an accident
Tragedy struck the Putman family, who were famous on the TLC show Meet the Putmans.
RadarOnline.com can reveal everything you need to know about the tragedy that claimed the lives of several members of the family.
On the night of September 26, the Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a two-vehicle crash north of Detroit, Michigan. In a statement to NBC NewsAccording to the sheriff’s office, a semi-truck failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into an eastbound Jeep carrying eight people.
Three of the people in the jeep died on the spot, while five others – some of whom were in critical condition – were rushed to hospitals.
Meanwhile, the driver, identified as Pavel B. Shchukin, and his passenger suffered minor injuries and were treated at a medical facility.
According to the sheriff’s office, Shchukin was charged with three counts of violation of motion causing death and five counts of violation of motion causing serious impairment of bodily function.
After the incident, the family members have a statement on Instagram confirmation of the deaths of Bill “Papa” Putman, Barb “Neenee” Putman and Blake Putman’s wife, Megan.
“They have gone home to be with the Lord,” the family continued.
In the same statement, the Putman family revealed that other members are still recovering from injuries.
“Please keep Uncle Blake, Lulu, Alena, Noah and Gia in your prayers as they remain in the hospital,” they added. “We ask for complete healing and strength for each of them.”
The Putman family added in part, “Even in this time of heartbreak, we rest in the knowledge that God is in control.”
“Because of that sacrifice, we know that Dad, Neenee, and Aunt Megan are not gone forever. They are alive and whole in heaven, standing before Jesus and hearing the words we all long to hear: ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant’ (Matthew 25.23).”
They said, “Thank you for every prayer, every message, and every act of love. Your support means more than words can express. Please continue to lift us up so that our hearts remain fixed on the truth that Jesus conquered death so that we could have eternal life.”
The statement ended with a verse from Romans 10:9, which says, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
A Update from September 28 confirmed that Noah is ‘still sedated’, but the family ‘[is] grateful to see that he responds to us with movement. Every little sign reminds us that God is at work and hears our prayers.”
Meanwhile, Gia underwent a craniotomy that significantly reduced her brain pressure.
“This is a powerful reminder that God’s hand is upon her and is guiding her healing every step of the way,” the update said.
The rest of the statement read: “Through it all, we continue to hold tight to our faith, knowing that God has a plan and a purpose for everything. Even in the most difficult moments, He is present and works in ways we may not yet understand. Thank you all for the continued prayers, love and support. We feel your strength and faith around us. Please continue to lift Noah and Gia as they heal.”
