FOIA Request for Records Related to Parady La

Mr. Parady La, a 46-year-old Cambodian American father and longtime Philadelphia-area resident, died on January 9, 2026, days after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at FDC Philadelphia. ICE has stated that La was undergoing treatment for drug withdrawal when he was found unresponsive in his cell. His family says significant questions remain unanswered regarding his medical care, treatment, and the circumstances leading to his death.

On February 5, 2026, the ACLU of Pennsylvania filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request on behalf of Mr. La's family, seeking the production of records from ICE and the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) related to the detention and death of Mr. La while he was in ICE custody. As part of the request, the ACLU-PA asks for the release of "any and all" records, including: Mr. La's detention file, medical care records, autopsy report, video footage and photos, calls, emails, witness statements, and relevant policies and procedures to help uncover the truth about Mr. La’s treatment in ICE custody.