‘She showed love for everyone’: how did Daphy Michel end up frozen to death in a Pittsburgh bus shelter?
Summary
Daphy Michel, a Haitian immigrant living in Pennsylvania, died from exposure to cold temperatures after being released from jail without proper support despite her severe mental illness. Her family plans to file a lawsuit, raising questions about the treatment of vulnerable detainees and coordination between authorities.Key Facts
- Daphy Michel was found dead in a Pittsburgh bus shelter on a 20°F (-6.6°C) morning, wearing summer clothes.
- She had spent six months in jail before criminal charges against her were dismissed.
- Michel suffered from severe mental illness, which concerned her family.
- After release, Michel was processed by ICE for removal proceedings despite having an upcoming asylum hearing.
- The Department of Homeland Security claimed ICE was not responsible for her death and said she was released in a central location with a charged phone.
- Michel's family and their lawyer dispute claims about her immigration status and argue she was vulnerable and left without proper care.
- Bus stop camera footage showed Michel stayed at the shelter for more than 24 hours before her death.
- Advocates highlight failures in mental health care, detainee release practices, and law enforcement cooperation as contributing factors.
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