Here are the FACTS.
On February 19, 2026, Buffalo Police Department alerted Border Patrol about a non-citizen in their custody.
Our agents confirmed that Mr. Shah Alam entered the United States as a refugee on December 24, 2024, and was not amenable to removal.
Border Patrol agents offered him a courtesy ride, which he chose to accept to a coffee shop, determined to be a warm, safe location near his last known address, rather than be released directly from the Border Patrol station.
He showed no signs of distress, mobility issues, or disabilities requiring special assistance.