A 45-year-old Nepali man, Ramesh Kunwar, was found dead in his apartment in Alameda, California, on Sunday, according to family sources. The Alameda County Police discovered his body, and preliminary observations suggest that his death may have occurred several days prior. Bloodstains were found at the scene.
According to family sources, Ramesh, originally from Kailali, Nepal, had been out of contact with his family since July 20. Up until that date, he had been communicating with relatives through phone calls and messages. However, after July 20, all communication ceased, prompting concern among his family members.
In his last conversation with his sister, Ramesh mentioned experiencing throat issues and stated that he had not been going to work. Attempts to reach him on July 21 were unsuccessful, leading the family to suspect that his death may have occurred around that time.
The Alameda County Police are currently investigating the case and are searching for Ramesh’s next of kin to provide further details. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the police have not indicated any suspicion of foul play.
Ramesh, who was unmarried, had been living in the United States for approximately 17 years after arriving on a student visa. He had completed a BSc in Environmental Science from Tribhuvan University in Nepal before moving to the U.S.
Family sources told us that Ramesh’s immigration case was pending. Since 2015, he had been residing in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Last year, he reportedly traveled to India using a travel document. With TPS for Nepalis set to expire on August 5, it remains unclear what immigration status Ramesh held at the time of his death.
Ramesh’s family in Nepal, including his 93-year-old father, is devastated by the loss. His mother passed away a few years before. With no immediate family members in the United States, the family has appealed to the Nepali community in the U.S. to assist with Ramesh’s final rites. They have also urged authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into his death to provide clarity and closure.
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Kishor Panthi
View More PostsKishor Panthi is the founder and editor-in-chief of Khasokhas and NepYork. He is the author of three books, “Kampan,” "UNTRANSLATABLE" and “Zero Mile.” He writes about social issues, immigration, and politics.
