A family from Telangana is facing the heartbreaking news of their son’s death in the US. The incident has sparked conflicting claims between Santa Clara police and the grieving parents.
Police Version of Events
Mohammed Nizamuddin, a 32-year-old Master’s student, was shot dead by Santa Clara police earlier this month. Police said they responded to a 911 call in the area and found him allegedly attacking his roommate, which led them to fire four rounds.
Parents Reject Police Account
In Mahbubnagar, Nizamuddin’s parents said they only learnt of his death two weeks later, on September 18. They strongly denied the California police version, describing their son as a quiet, religious man who could never commit such violence.
Family Raises Harassment Concerns
The family claimed he was under stress from racial harassment at work. They also believe he may have called the police himself, fearing he was being poisoned. None of these details were mentioned in the official police statement.
Investigation Still Ongoing
US police confirmed that body-cam footage exists but it has not been released publicly. With both accounts remaining unverified, the investigation is still underway.
Family Seeks Justice
The family has demanded a fair and transparent probe, expressing fears of racial discrimination. They have also appealed to the Ministry of External Affairs to bring Nizamuddin’s mortal remains back from the hospital in Santa Clara.
#BREAKING | Indian Techie Shot Dead By US Police, Family Alleges Racial Harassmenthttps://t.co/fjF67RoBEs
NDTV’s @VishalV054 and @KP_Aashish join @ParmeshwarBawa with more details pic.twitter.com/Fa2VqwO21Q
— NDTV (@ndtv) September 19, 2025
