🔗 Share this article National Guard Attack Accused Spent Weeks Isolated in Bedroom, Case Worker's Message Indicated. Image Source The man accused of firing upon two National Guard members in the nation's capital last week had according to accounts passed weeks at a time alone in a dimly lit room and suffered from "periods of mania," according to notes documented in 2024 by a case worker who assisted the individual's family. Rahmanullah Lakanwal is accused of carrying out an "surprise attack" that took the life of Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and critically wounded Andrew Wolf, 24. Authorities stated the 29-year-old entered the US in 2021 as part of a programme for individuals from Afghanistan who had assisted American troops in Afghanistan. Revealed Details on Mental Health Based on emails from last year, Mr. Lakanwal faced challenges with his psychological well-being. In a separate message sent on 31 January 2024, the case worker noted Mr. Lakanwal "passes most of his time for weeks on end in his darkened room, not speaking to anyone, including his wife and older kids." The individual, who was not a mental health professional, also added Mr. Lakanwal had "hyperactive periods for a week or two at a time where he would take off in the family car." They also mentioned he had periods in which he would try to "make amends." Image Source Rahmanullah Lakanwal Background and Current Developments Mr. Lakanwal, an citizen of Afghanistan, came to the US via the Biden-era Operation Allies Welcome. This was in the wake after the chaotic US military exit from Afghanistan. He sought refugee status in 2024, and his request was approved earlier this year. He resided with his family in a city in Washington state. "World Relief workers are trying to patch things for that family - but I think the father has mental health issues that are not addressed, and he won't talk to anyone," a section of an earlier communication states. Last week, a longtime acquaintance told a newspaper that Mr. Lakanwal had experienced psychological challenges after his work with his unit in Afghanistan. Mr. Lakanwal had reportedly been a member of a "Zero Unit" - an local intelligence and paramilitary force that worked with a American spy agency. Government Response and Charges In the aftermath of the shooting in Washington DC, the administration pledged to "permanently pause migration" from certain countries. The administration has paused all asylum decisions "until we can ensure that every alien is thoroughly investigated to the maximum degree possible," a director stated. Mr. Lakanwal, who was shot during the incident and remains in hospital, faces murder charges.
Image Source The man accused of firing upon two National Guard members in the nation's capital last week had according to accounts passed weeks at a time alone in a dimly lit room and suffered from "periods of mania," according to notes documented in 2024 by a case worker who assisted the individual's family. Rahmanullah Lakanwal is accused of carrying out an "surprise attack" that took the life of Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and critically wounded Andrew Wolf, 24. Authorities stated the 29-year-old entered the US in 2021 as part of a programme for individuals from Afghanistan who had assisted American troops in Afghanistan. Revealed Details on Mental Health Based on emails from last year, Mr. Lakanwal faced challenges with his psychological well-being. In a separate message sent on 31 January 2024, the case worker noted Mr. Lakanwal "passes most of his time for weeks on end in his darkened room, not speaking to anyone, including his wife and older kids." The individual, who was not a mental health professional, also added Mr. Lakanwal had "hyperactive periods for a week or two at a time where he would take off in the family car." They also mentioned he had periods in which he would try to "make amends." Image Source Rahmanullah Lakanwal Background and Current Developments Mr. Lakanwal, an citizen of Afghanistan, came to the US via the Biden-era Operation Allies Welcome. This was in the wake after the chaotic US military exit from Afghanistan. He sought refugee status in 2024, and his request was approved earlier this year. He resided with his family in a city in Washington state. "World Relief workers are trying to patch things for that family - but I think the father has mental health issues that are not addressed, and he won't talk to anyone," a section of an earlier communication states. Last week, a longtime acquaintance told a newspaper that Mr. Lakanwal had experienced psychological challenges after his work with his unit in Afghanistan. Mr. Lakanwal had reportedly been a member of a "Zero Unit" - an local intelligence and paramilitary force that worked with a American spy agency. Government Response and Charges In the aftermath of the shooting in Washington DC, the administration pledged to "permanently pause migration" from certain countries. The administration has paused all asylum decisions "until we can ensure that every alien is thoroughly investigated to the maximum degree possible," a director stated. Mr. Lakanwal, who was shot during the incident and remains in hospital, faces murder charges.