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Protesters demand answers from ICE after second man dies at Delaney Hall

From Al Jazeera · () English

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  • Protesters are demanding answers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following the death of Edwin Lopez-Cornejo at a detention center.
  • This is the second death reported at the Delaney Hall detention facility, raising concerns about conditions.
  • Activists are calling for greater transparency and accountability from ICE regarding detainee welfare.

Anger is mounting as protesters demand answers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after the death of a second man at the Delaney Hall detention center. Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, a 41-year-old Salvadoran national, died while in ICE custody, fueling outrage among immigrant rights advocates.

This incident marks the second fatality at the Delaney Hall facility, raising serious concerns about the conditions and care provided to detainees. Protesters gathered to voice their frustration and demand accountability from ICE, questioning the agency's protocols and oversight.

Activists are calling for greater transparency regarding the circumstances surrounding Lopez-Cornejo's death and the overall welfare of individuals detained at the facility. They seek clear explanations from ICE and urge for measures to prevent future tragedies.

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