Costa Rican Man Dies in ICE Custody Amid Allegations of Insufficient Diabetes Care
A Costa Rican man died in ICE custody, with his family alleging he had complained about insufficient care for his diabetes prior to his death.
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, September 22, 2026 —
A Costa Rican national has died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The family of the deceased has come forward with allegations that the man had previously complained about inadequate care for his diabetes leading up to his death.
The name of the individual and the specific date of his death were not immediately available. The location where the individual was being held by ICE also has not been publicly disclosed. ICE has been notified of the death and is expected to conduct its own review.
According to the family’s claims, the man, who was reportedly managing a pre-existing diabetes condition, had expressed concerns regarding the level of medical attention he was receiving for his illness. Further details regarding the nature or timing of these alleged complaints were not provided.
ICE has protocols in place for detainee medical care, including provisions for managing chronic conditions such as diabetes. These protocols typically involve regular health screenings, access to medical staff, and prescribed treatments.
The circumstances surrounding the death are under review. While the family alleges a link between the man’s complaints and his death, the official cause of death has not yet been determined or released publicly. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the health and welfare of individuals in immigration detention facilities.
No specific information was provided regarding the outcomes of any internal ICE investigations or any external reviews that may be initiated concerning this case. The contractor’s name, if any, responsible for the detention facility was also not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by By Jack Brook and Dorany Pineda The Associated Press on www.santafenewmexican.com, see more information here.
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