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(BOSTON, MA, 1/7/2022) – The Massachusetts chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MA) issued a statement from the parents of Sayed Arif Faisal, who was shot and killed by the Cambridge police on Wednesday, in Massachusetts.
According to media reports, the police were called when Faisal, a 20-year-old college student, was seen injuring himself with a knife. Faisal initially fled when the police arrived, but reportedly returned to the scene still carrying the knife. The police reportedly tried to subdue Faisal with a “less lethal” form of ammunition before shooting him.
SEE: Community Calls for Accountability After Deadly Cambridge Police Shooting:
https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/community-calls-for-accountability-after-deadly-cambridge-police-shooting/2938615/?ms=Dailynewsbrief&emci=1953a854-c08a-ed11-9d7a-00224832e611&emdi=b80c4ebf-a48e-ed11-9d7b-00224832e811&ceid=44005
Faisal’s parents, Sayed Mujibullah and Mosammat Shaheda, want the public to know more about their son, in light of the media coverage surrounding his tragic death:
“Our only son, Sayed Arif Faisal, who we lovingly called Prince, is no longer with us nor in this world. We are completely devastated and in disbelief that our son is gone. Prince was the most wonderful, loving, caring, generous, supportive, and deeply family-oriented person. He loved to travel, create art, and play sports with his friends. He expressed his feelings through gifts; he never forgot special occasions and always made sure that those around him felt appreciated.
“He loved his friends, and had deep relationships with them, his family members, his cousins, and community members. He treated everyone with love, respect, and loyalty. Prince was a normal law-abiding citizen who had no record of any kind with law enforcement. He was never violent towards anyone. We want to know what happened and how this tragic event unfolded. We will cooperate with law enforcement and the Middlesex District Attorney’s office as they investigate to have an understanding of this devastating event.”
The family’s lawyer, CAIR-MA Legal Director Barbara J. Dougan, said:
“Sayed’s parents and family are enormously grateful for the community support they have received. Their immediate focus is on their son’s funeral and burial, which will be held tomorrow. We ask the public to respect their privacy during this painful time.”
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
