ICE detainees are dying by suicide at an ‘alarming’ rate, an AP investigation finds
Summary
An investigation found that at least 10 people held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have died by suicide since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025. This is a sharp increase compared to previous years and raises concerns about mental health care and oversight in detention centers.Key Facts
- At least 10 ICE detainees died by suicide since January 2025, a much higher rate than before.
- Seven of these deaths happened since October 2025 alone, the highest yearly number ever recorded by ICE.
- Most of the detainees who died were Hispanic men, with an average age of 32; one was a Chinese citizen.
- Seven out of the 10 had no history of violent crimes in the U.S.
- These suicides make up almost 20% of the 51 deaths in ICE custody since January 2025.
- Many other deaths in ICE custody were from natural causes that might have been prevented with timely medical care.
- ICE claims it requires staff to follow suicide prevention protocols and provides mental health services to detainees.
- Experts say the increase in suicides shows serious problems with health and safety oversight in ICE detention facilities.
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