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President of Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple Dies in Springville Crash
79-year-old Charu Das, founder of temples in Spanish Fork and Salt Lake City, killed in multi-vehicle collision
Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:51pm
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The vibrant flora of the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple's gardens reflect the spiritual devotion and community that flourished under the temple's late founder, Charu Das.Salt Lake City TodayCharu Das, the 79-year-old president and founder of the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, has died following a multi-vehicle crash on Main Street in Springville. Das, also known as Caru Prabhuji, founded the temple in Spanish Fork as well as one in Salt Lake City. The Springville City Police Department confirmed Das' death, stating the crash occurred around 2:20 pm on Monday when a southbound vehicle collided with northbound traffic, involving a total of four vehicles. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.
Why it matters
The Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple is a prominent Hindu house of worship in Utah, and Charu Das was a revered spiritual leader who dedicated his life to serving the community. His passing is a significant loss for the local Krishna devotee community, who have expressed profound grief over the tragic accident.
The details
According to police, the crash occurred around 2:20 pm on Monday when a southbound vehicle collided with northbound traffic on Main Street in Springville. A total of four vehicles were involved in the collision, and Charu Das, the 79-year-old driver of the southbound vehicle, suffered fatal injuries and could not be revived at the scene. The investigation into the cause of the crash is still active, and more details will be shared as they become available.
- The crash occurred around 2:20 pm on Monday, April 7, 2026.
- Charu Das, also known as Caru Prabhuji, was the president and founder of the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah.
The players
Charu Das
Also known as Caru Prabhuji, he was the 79-year-old president and founder of the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, as well as the Salt Lake City temple.
Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple
A prominent Hindu house of worship in Spanish Fork, Utah, founded by Charu Das, also known as Caru Prabhuji.
What’s next
The Springville City Police Department stated that the investigation into the cause of the crash is still active, and more information will be shared as it becomes available.
The takeaway
The tragic death of Charu Das, the revered founder of the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple, has left the local Krishna devotee community in profound grief. His lifelong dedication to serving the temple and the spiritual growth of his followers has left a lasting impact, and his memory will continue to inspire the community he served.
