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Cuban immigrant in ICE custody died of homicide due to asphyxia, autopsy finds

Cuban immigrant in ICE custody died of homicide due to asphyxia, autopsy finds

Summary

A Cuban immigrant named Geraldo Lunas Campos, who was held in a Texas immigration facility, died due to asphyxia, and the death was ruled a homicide. The incident occurred after a confrontation with guards who allegedly restrained him, leading to his inability to breathe.

Key Facts

  • Geraldo Lunas Campos was a 55-year-old Cuban immigrant.
  • He died on January 3 while in solitary confinement in Texas.
  • An autopsy found that his death was due to asphyxia and classified it as a homicide.
  • U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) stated that he was attempting suicide.
  • A witness reported that at least five guards restrained him and one put an arm around his neck.
  • The witness claimed he was handcuffed during the incident.

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