ICE detains captain of New York boat that capsized and led to death of mother and daughter
Summary
The captain of a boat that capsized near the Statue of Liberty in New York, killing a woman and her infant daughter, has been arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The captain faces criminal charges, and ICE plans to deport him after the legal process.Key Facts
- The boat capsized on August 8 in New York Harbor near the Statue of Liberty.
- Two victims, Sara Sanchez (27 years old) and her 5-month-old daughter Antonella, died at a hospital.
- Manuel Ernesto Hernandez-Umana, the 46-year-old boat captain, was taken into custody by ICE.
- He faces federal charges including misconduct and neglect resulting in death.
- The US Coast Guard investigation found Hernandez is in the country illegally.
- Hernandez is from El Salvador and previously lied about his citizenship status when crossing into the US in 2007.
- The Department of Homeland Security confirmed plans to deport him after the criminal case.
- The Trump administration is increasing immigration enforcement, especially in New York and New Jersey, deporting over 590,600 people since January 2025.
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