Parady La
Parady La, 46, from Cambodia, died on January 9, 2026, while held in the Federal Detention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. The Department of Homeland Security said he was being treated there for severe drug withdrawal and attributed his death to brain and organ failure. He was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. His family's attorney said the reported circumstances are highly suspicious and that the family plans a full investigation.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (disputed; neglect alleged). DHS says Parady La died of brain and organ failure while being treated for severe drug withdrawal, and his family's attorney calls the reported circumstances highly suspicious and plans a full investigation.
Reported by: Department of Homeland Security (the agency that held him); his family's attorney (family or their lawyers).