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Investigation Launched After Blind Refugee Found Dead in New York

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The death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a 56-year-old nearly blind refugee from Myanmar, has sparked an investigation following his abandonment by Border Patrol agents in a Buffalo café. Shah Alam was reported missing on February 19, shortly after being released from Erie County Jail, and was found dead five days later, approximately 6.4 kilometers from the café. Buffalo's Mayor Sean Ryan criticized the actions of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), calling the incident 'deeply disturbing' and 'preventable.' The cause of death was determined to be health-related, with no foul play suspected. Shah Alam's family, who are Rohingya refugees, expressed concern over the lack of communication regarding his whereabouts after his release.

Key Details: • Shah Alam was last seen on February 19, 2025. • He was found deceased five days later, on February 24, 2025. • Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan has called for accountability from CBP. • Shah Alam had been in custody awaiting trial for several months. • His family, also refugees, is seeking answers regarding his treatment.

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