Latest Incidents

Here are some of the latest incidents TEAM Aid volunteer coordinators have provided assistance for.

July 24, 2025  –  
Hilton Head, 
South Carolina, 
United States
A 48-year-old gentleman tragically drowned while on a weekend vacation in Hilton Head, South Carolina. At the request of his grieving family, TEAM Aid is assisting with the transportation of his mortal remains to Cumming, Georgia, where a dignified funeral service will be held.
July 22, 2025  –  
Medina, 
Ohio, 
USA
An 80-year-old lady was found unconscious and was immediately rushed to the hospital by the EMS team. Despite their best efforts, she could not be revived. Upon the request of her family, TEAM Aid is coordinating dignified Hindu funeral services to honor her memory.
July 21, 2025  –  
Charlotte, 
North Carolina, 
United States
A 75-year-old gentleman passed away peacefully due to natural causes. He had previously suffered a heart attack, which had impacted his overall health. TEAM Aid is currently coordinating the transportation of his mortal remains to Amritsar, Punjab, India, to fulfill the family’s wishes for his final rites.
July 21, 2025  –  
Sacramento, 
California, 
USA
A 21-year-old international college student from India tragically lost his life after being struck by a train. TEAM Aid is working closely with local authorities and funeral services to coordinate the transportation of his mortal remains to his grieving parents in Amritsar, Punjab, India. https://www.kcra.com/article/man-dies-light-rail-train-sacramento/65468600
July 20, 2025  –  
Fairfax, 
California, 
United States
A 44-year-old gentleman tragically lost his life after being ejected from the passenger seat during a rollover accident. In accordance with his family’s wishes, TEAM Aid is coordinating a dignified Hindu funeral service to honor his memory and provide solace to his loved ones.
July 19, 2025  –  
Greater sudbury, 
Ontario, Canada, 
Canada
A 24-year-old international student from India tragically lost his life while heroically attempting to save someone from drowning. He was not only a courageous young man but also an exceptional student with a promising future. TEAM Aid is providing support to his grieving family and is coordinating the dignified transportation of his mortal remains to India.
July 18, 2025  –  
Buffalo, 
New York, 
USA
A 32-year-old individual, who had been grappling with multiple personal challenges, tragically ended his life. His devastated family, from a working-class background in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, turned to TEAM Aid for support during this heartbreaking time. Mr. Prem Bhandari, our Chief Advisor and President of Jaipur Foot USA, is working closely with the family and the Indian Embassy to coordinate the dignified repatriation of his mortal remains to India.
July 16, 2025  –  
Westborough, 
Massachusetts, 
USA
A 43-year-old IT professional suddenly fell ill and was rushed to the Emergency Room at UMass. He was soon diagnosed with multiple arterial blockages and kidney failure, which tragically led to a fatal cardiac arrest. As TEAM Aid stepped in to support and console his grieving family and friends, we immediately began arranging the transportation of his remains to Chennai, India. We thank the Indian Consulate of New York, his employer, and affectionate friends and colleagues for their kind assistance.
July 14, 2025  –  
Manhattan, 
Kansas, 
United States
A 45-year-old man was tragically found deceased in a makeshift container. According to the coroner, he had injuries consistent with a fall onto his back, yet he was discovered naked and lying face down. His case has been reported by several media outlets. He had been living in the USA for only the past six months. His grieving family in Kenya wishes to have his remains returned home. TEAM Aid has stepped in to support his brother in fulfilling this final wish.
Body found inside storage container behind Stark County business
CPD: Deceased Man Found Living in Partially-Furnished Container
July 13, 2025  –  
Livermore, 
California, 
Almeda
An 83-year-old gentleman tragically suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away mid-flight while traveling to the United States. As soon as TEAM Aid was informed, we immediately stepped in to support his grieving family. Our team worked closely with them, providing continuous assistance and swiftly arranging the dignified transportation of his mortal remains to Hyderabad, India.

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