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Bulgarian Man Dies in ICE Custody, Investigation Launched

12/22/2025

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Nenko Gantchev, a 56-year-old Bulgarian man, died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody at the North Lake Processing Center in Michigan.
The official cause is under investigation, though natural causes are suspected.
Gantchev's family says his health deteriorated and he did not receive adequate medical care while detained.
U.S. Congresswoman Delia Ramirez called for a transparent investigation, noting that 2025 has at least 30 ICE deaths, the deadliest year in two decades.

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Nenko Gantchev, a 56-year-old Bulgarian man, died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody at the North Lake Processing Center in Michigan.
The official cause is under investigation, though natural causes are suspected.
Gantchev's family says his health deteriorated and he did not receive adequate medical care while detained.
U.S. Congresswoman Delia Ramirez called for a transparent investigation, noting that 2025 has at least 30 ICE deaths, the deadliest year in two decades.