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Former Afghan ally who died in ICE custody suffered an allergic reaction, death certificate says
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ryan J. Foley, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
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Key points The 41-year-old man, who had fought alongside US forces, suffered an adverse drug reaction that triggered anaphylaxis and worsened his asthma. The death occurred on March 14 at a hospital in Dallas, and was ruled an accident.
A death certificate has revealed that an Afghan national died from an allergic reaction while in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The 41-year-old man, who had fought alongside US forces, suffered an adverse drug reaction that triggered anaphylaxis and worsened his asthma.
The death occurred on March 14 at a hospital in Dallas, and was ruled an accident. The man had been detained for deportation proceedings just one day prior. His death has sparked outrage due to his history of fighting as an ally of US Special Forces in Afghanistan.
Further details about the incident are available from the source, including information about the circumstances surrounding his death and the reaction it has received.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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