Near‑Blind Refugee Found Dead After Border Drop

A man from Myanmar, nearly blind and 56 years old, vanished after U. S. Border Patrol released him at a doughnut shop in Buffalo. He had been taken into custody on February 19, but federal officials decided he was not deportable and let him go that same day. Five days later, police discovered his body on the street, sparking an investigation. The incident raises questions about how refugees are treated once released. City officials say the man was abandoned without any safety measures or follow‑up care. The situation highlights gaps in support for vulnerable migrants.Border Patrol claimed the release followed standard procedures, but critics argue that dropping a nearly blind person into an unfamiliar city is reckless. The case shows the need for better coordination between federal and local agencies. Investigators are looking into whether any negligence occurred. They will examine the chain of custody and whether proper protocols were followed. The outcome may change how released refugees are monitored. The story serves as a reminder that policies must protect those who rely on them. Without proper safeguards, vulnerable individuals can quickly become lost and unsafe.