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ICE Detention Blamed for Pompe Patient's Tragic Death

2/2/2026

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  • Wael Tarabishi, a 30-year-old man with Pompe disease, died on January 23 after his father was detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during a routine check.
  • Maher Tarabishi had been Wael's primary caregiver.
  • The family claims ICE is responsible for Wael's death, citing stress from his father's detention.
  • ICE denied permission for Maher to attend Wael's funeral.
  • The family launched a GoFundMe to cover Wael Tarabishi's medical expenses.