Nearly blind refugee found dead in Buffalo after Border Patrol release

Kevin R. Johnson

26 Feb 2026 — 1 min read

The tragic beat goes on. Check out this disturbing report.

A nearly blind 56‑year‑old refugee was found dead in downtown Buffalo days after being released to the U.S. Border Patrol, according to city officials. He was reported missing on February 19 after Border Patrol agents took custody of him from a local jail following his release. He was left at a café about 5 miles from his home without his family or lawyer being notified, his attorney told a news outlet.

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