
Tragedy Strikes: Death in ICE Detention
A 49-year-old Canadian citizen, Johnny Noviello, has passed away while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Florida. The Miami Fire Rescue Department pronounced him dead at 1:36 p.m. on Monday.
According to ICE, Noviello was found unresponsive at a federal detention center. He was awaiting deportation proceedings following his arrest on May 15th at a Florida probation office. The arrest stemmed from charges related to violating U.S. drug laws.
ICE’s statement further reveals that Noviello had a prior conviction for racketeering and opioid trafficking in October 2023. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation.
This incident raises serious questions about the conditions within ICE detention facilities and the wellbeing of detainees. Further details are expected as the investigation unfolds.