On February 19, 2026, the Buffalo Police Department notified Border Patrol about a non-citizen, Mr. Shah Alam, in their custody. Mr. Alam, who entered the United States as a refugee on December 24, 2024, was confirmed to be not amenable to removal and opted for a courtesy ride to a nearby coffee shop rather than being released directly from the Border Patrol station.
Key Details:
- Date of incident: February 19, 2026
- Mr. Alam’s entry as a refugee: December 24, 2024
- Location of transport: Coffee shop near his last known address
- No signs of distress or disabilities reported
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Source: DHSgov