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Former Afghan ally who died in ICE custody suffered an allergic reaction, death certificate says
By Ryan J. Foley, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
An Afghan national who fought alongside U.S. forces died from an allergic reaction while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, one day after he was detained for deportation proceedings, his death certificate shows.Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, suffered “an adverse drug reaction”...
Key takeaway Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, suffered “an adverse drug reaction” to an unidentified substance, which triggered anaphylaxis and exacerbated his asthma, according to the document.
Why this matters in Sugar Land News
The death of Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, a former Afghan ally, in ICE custody has significant implications for the Sugar Land community, where many Afghan refugees have resettled. As the call for the release of Paktiawal's autopsy report grows, local residents who have also fled Afghanistan may be watching with concern, wondering if they or their loved ones could face similar treatment. The fact that Paktiawal was detained in Texas, despite having entered the country through a legal process and having a pending asylum claim, raises questions about the state's handling of immigration cases. Sugar Land's own experience with welcoming and integrating refugees may be at odds with the actions of federal immigration authorities, highlighting the need for greater transparency and accountability in these cases. As the investigation into Paktiawal's death continues, the community will be looking for answers about what happened and how to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? An Afghan national who fought alongside U.S. forces died from an allergic reaction while in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, one day after he was detained for deportation proceedings, his death certificate shows.Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, suffered “an adverse drug reaction”...
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