Cuban musician with asylum case in ICE custody after Miami arrest
Summary
A Cuban musician named Degnis Nelson Bofill Miranda was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after arriving at Miami International Airport. His wife is asking for help to get him released while his asylum case continues.Key Facts
- Degnis Nelson Bofill Miranda is a 39-year-old Cuban percussionist and composer.
- He was detained by ICE on August 19 after flying into Miami from New York.
- Bofill has a pending asylum case in the United States.
- ICE said he entered the U.S. legally in April 2023 but broke the terms of his admission.
- He was moved to the Krome Detention Center after spending days in another ICE facility.
- Bofill won a 2022 Latin Grammy for Best Folk Album.
- His wife, Mara Delgado, started a fundraiser aiming to raise $60,000 for legal fees and bond.
- Delgado says Bofill is an important member of Miami's music community and wants him released.
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