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ICE Custody Death Raises Concerns Over Medical Neglect

12/19/2025

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Nenko Gantchev, a 56-year-old Bulgarian man, died in custody at North Lake Processing Center in Michigan on December 15, 2025.
ICE is investigating and has not disclosed the circumstances.
The death is ICE custody's 30th this year, raising concerns about medical care.
Representatives Delia C. Ramirez and Rashida Tlaib called for a transparent investigation into inadequate medical assistance, noting North Lake reopened in June and faced overcrowding and neglect.

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Nenko Gantchev, a 56-year-old Bulgarian man, died in custody at North Lake Processing Center in Michigan on December 15, 2025.
ICE is investigating and has not disclosed the circumstances.
The death is ICE custody's 30th this year, raising concerns about medical care.
Representatives Delia C. Ramirez and Rashida Tlaib called for a transparent investigation into inadequate medical assistance, noting North Lake reopened in June and faced overcrowding and neglect.