The US deported them to Venezuela - hours later earthquakes struck
Summary
The US deported more than 140 Venezuelan migrants, including Abelardo Rincón, back to Venezuela in June. Hours after their arrival, Venezuela was hit by two earthquakes that caused thousands of deaths and left many missing, including several deportees.Key Facts
- Abelardo Rincón lived in Georgia for six years before being detained by US authorities under President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
- Over 140 Venezuelans were deported on a flight returning to Venezuela on June 24.
- Hours after their arrival, twin earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing at least 2,200 people and injuring more than 10,000.
- The deportees, including women and children, were housed in a hotel near the coast that was severely damaged by the earthquakes.
- Many families, like Rincón’s, are still searching for their loved ones who are missing after the disaster.
- The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed the deportations but did not provide specific details about the individuals.
- Venezuelan authorities have limited information available amid the national emergency and are handling the disaster response.
- Some deportees contacted family shortly before the earthquakes, informing them they had returned home safely.
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