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Family of detainee who died under ICE custody says he was denied medical care

A Haitian detainee, Emmanuel Damas, died in ICE custody in Arizona after a tooth infection went untreated for weeks, highlighting concerns about access to dental care for detainees.
The family asserts Damas was denied a dentist visit and instead given only ibuprofen, raising questions about timely medical intervention.
Damas had been held at the Florence facility since September and died after a hospital transfer in March, underscoring concerns about custody health care continuity.
The family is calling for an investigation into the care provided at the ICE facility and the circumstances surrounding Damas’s death.
ICE had not issued an immediate comment on Damas’s death at the time of reporting, with officials indicating a possible news release.
The incident contributes to ongoing debates about detainee health care and accountability within ICE facilities.
Associated Press coverage notes detainee deaths and health care concerns in ICE custody, reflecting broader media scrutiny.
Damas fled Haiti in 2024 amid unrest and sought asylum before detention, situating his case within the broader Haitian displacement context.
The Guardian reporting on a 2026 case shows continued concerns about detainee medical care and government accountability within ICE.

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