Blind refugee found dead in New York after being released by immigration authorities
Immigration authorities say the Myanmar refugee was dropped at a "warm, safe" location, but New York officials say he was left outside a closed coffee shop.
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"Shah Alam's death is deeply disturbing and called for an investigation."
— Sean Ryan , Politician
"Nobody told me or my family or attorney where my dad was dropped off."
— Mohamad Faisal , Other
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Immigration authorities say the Myanmar refugee was dropped at a "warm, safe" location, but New York officials say he was left outside a closed coffee shop.
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