Introduction to the Incident
A Haitian woman died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at a facility in Pompano Beach, officials said.
Marie Ange Blaise, 44, died at the Broward Transitional Center on April 25, ICE officials said in a statement Tuesday.
Circumstances Leading to Death
Her cause of death remains under investigation. Blaise, a Haitian national, had entered the United States on an unknown date and place without admission or parole, officials said.
Entry and Detention
U.S. Customs and Border Protection encountered Blaise back on Feb. 12 as she was attempting to board a flight to Charlotte, North Carolina, at an airport in Saint Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Blaise was issued a Notice of Expedited Removal and on Feb. 14, CBP transferred her to the custody of ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Miami at the San Juan staging facility in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Transfer and Custody
On Feb. 21, she was transferred to Richwood Correctional Center in Oakdale, Louisiana, and on April 5, she was transferred to the Broward Transitional Center.
Response and Commitment to Care
ICE said news of Blaise’s death was given to the Consulate of Haiti in Miami. "ICE remains committed to ensuring that all those in its custody reside in safe, secure, and humane environments," ICE said in the statement. "Comprehensive medical care is provided from the moment individuals arrive and throughout the entirety of their stay. All people in ICE custody receive medical, dental and mental health screening and 24-hour emergency care at each detention facility. At no time during detention is a detained illegal alien denied emergent care."
Conclusion
The death of Marie Ange Blaise while in ICE custody raises concerns about the conditions and care provided in detention facilities. As investigations into her cause of death continue, it is crucial for authorities to ensure that all individuals in their custody receive the necessary care and are treated with dignity and respect.
FAQs
- Q: What happened to Marie Ange Blaise?
A: Marie Ange Blaise, a 44-year-old Haitian woman, died while in ICE custody at the Broward Transitional Center in Pompano Beach. - Q: When did the incident occur?
A: Blaise died on April 25. - Q: What was the cause of death?
A: The cause of death remains under investigation. - Q: How did Blaise enter the United States?
A: Blaise entered the United States without admission or parole on an unknown date and place. - Q: What kind of care do individuals in ICE custody receive?
A: According to ICE, comprehensive medical care is provided from the moment individuals arrive and throughout their stay, including medical, dental, and mental health screening and 24-hour emergency care.
