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Cuban Immigrant's Death at ICE Facility Ruled Homicide

1/30/2026

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Cuban Immigrant Homicide

Geraldo Lunas Campos, a 55-year-old Cuban immigrant, died January 3 at the Camp East Montana ICE facility in El Paso, Texas.
An autopsy ruled his death a homicide due to asphyxia from neck and torso compression.
Initial reports described medical distress, but ICE claimed he attempted suicide while restrained.
Witnesses allege he was tackled and choked by guards.
His family secured a preliminary injunction to pause deportations for six witnesses until they testify.

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Tarabishi Family Grieves

Wael Tarabishi, a disabled Texas man, died on January 23 after his health deteriorated following detention of his father, Maher Tarabishi, by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The family says Tarabishi's arrest by ICE contributed to Wael's decline and denies Tarabishi was a "criminal alien."
Maher Tarabishi was denied permission to attend Wael's funeral.
The family is seeking financial support to cover unexpected expenses related to Wael Tarabishi's passing.

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Cuban Immigrant Homicide

Geraldo Lunas Campos, a 55-year-old Cuban immigrant, died January 3 at the Camp East Montana ICE facility in El Paso, Texas.
An autopsy ruled his death a homicide due to asphyxia from neck and torso compression.
Initial reports described medical distress, but ICE claimed he attempted suicide while restrained.
Witnesses allege he was tackled and choked by guards.
His family secured a preliminary injunction to pause deportations for six witnesses until they testify.

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