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News in English (USA) / 28.02.2026 / 05:00

Blind Refugee Found Dead After Release from Border Patrol

A nearly blind Rohingya refugee, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, was found dead in Buffalo days after being dropped off alone by Border Patrol at a coffee shop. His death has sparked outrage and demands for accountability from officials and community members, who question the actions of immigration authorities. Local leaders are calling for a federal investigation into the circumstances surrounding his abandonment and subsequent death. As the community mourns the loss of the 56-year-old man, who was unable to navigate his way home, officials continue to seek answers regarding the handling of vulnerable refugees by immigration agents.
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