Immigrant being held at Delaney Hall dies, marking 22nd death in ICE custody
- Posted on August 4, 2026
- By The Guardian
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A 41-year-old man detained at Delaney Hall immigration facility has died following a medical emergency, becoming the 22nd fatality in ICE custody this year. Edwin Lopez-Cornejo was apprehended in New Jersey during June and remained in custody until his death. This incident raises ongoing concerns about healthcare standards and safety conditions within immigration detention centers. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death as advocates continue demanding accountability.
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