Latest Incidents
Here are some of the latest incidents TEAM Aid volunteer coordinators have provided assistance for.
December 12, 2024 –
Seattle,
Washington,
USA
A 20-year-old tragically lost his life to a Fentanyl overdose. TEAM Aid volunteers, together with his friends, worked to ensure his mortal remains were respectfully transported to his hometown of Gurdaspur in Punjab, India.
December 2, 2024 –
Fairbanks,
Alaska,
USa
A 27-year-old software engineer from Atlanta tragically lost her life in a fatal multi-car accident while touring Alaska. She was pronounced dead at the scene. TEAM Aid, in collaboration with the Indian Embassy in Seattle, is assisting her family in transporting her mortal remains to Chennai, India.
https://dailydispatch.dps.alaska.gov/Home/DisplayIncident?incidentNumber=AK24121480
https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2024/12/02/2-dead-7-injured-crash-outside-fairbanks/
December 1, 2024 –
East Meadow,
New York,
USA
A 75-year-old gentleman passed away after battling cancer. TEAM Aid is assisting his family in transporting his mortal remains to Delhi, India.
November 30, 2024 –
Pittsburg,
California,
Contra Costa county
A 34-year-old gentleman tragically passed away due to cardiac arrest. At the heartfelt request of his family, TEAM Aid is facilitating the repatriation of his mortal remains to his hometown, Amritsar, Punjab, India.
November 29, 2024 –
Milwaukee,
Wisconsin,
United States
A 22-year-old student from Telangana, India, was tragically shot and killed by two assailants at a store in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In a cruel twist of fate, he had visited the store to meet his friend who worked there. TEAM Aid, in collaboration with the Indian Embassy in Chicago, is assisting his family in transporting his mortal remains to his hometown of Khammam, Telangana, India.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/indian-student-from-telangana-shot-dead-at-gas-station-near-chicago-in-us-11732972234389.html
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/hyderabad/gas-station-shooting-us-telangana-man-9702568/
https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/diaspora/indian-student-from-telangana-shot-dead-in-us/
November 24, 2024 –
Reno,
Nevada,
USA
An 82-year-old gentleman tragically passed away due to severe health complications that resulted in pneumonia. TEAM Aid is facilitating the transportation of his mortal remains to his hometown near Chandigarh, in the Punjab state of India.
November 13, 2024 –
Smyrna,
Georgia,
United states
A 30-year-old man, recently married, tragically took his own life at home. TEAM Aid, in collaboration with his friends, is supporting his grieving family in transporting his remains to Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
November 11, 2024 –
Charlettsville,
Virginia,
USA
A 52-year-old renowned yoga guru tragically passed away due to cardiovascular disease. At the request of his family and the Indian Embassy, TEAM Aid swiftly facilitated the expedited transportation of his mortal remains to Bangalore, India.
Despite numerous challenges, this was made possible with the invaluable support of reputable funeral homes and Air India. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Embassy in Washington, Air India, Globe AirCargo, and the WFS teams for their timely assistance in ensuring a dignified and efficient process.
November 10, 2024 –
Penfield,
New York,
USA
A 37-year-old software professional tragically lost his life in a car accident. TEAM Aid has provided comfort to his family and friends and is assisting his family with funeral arrangements and essential after death tasks, including resolving bank and real estate matters. As his family must leave the country due to their immigration status, TEAM Aid is guiding them through these difficult transitions with care and support.
November 8, 2024 –
Parsippany,
New Jersey,
USA
A 42-year-old woman tragically lost her life to breast cancer. TEAM Aid is assisting her family in transporting her mortal remains back to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, offering compassionate support during this difficult time.