They’re Not Breathing: Inside the Chaos of ICE Detention Center 911 Calls

Recently released transcripts of 911 calls from ICE detention centers paint a disturbing picture of the chaos and neglect within these facilities. The calls reveal harrowing instances of medical emergencies being ignored or mishandled, leading to tragic consequences.

In one call, a detainee can be heard pleading for help as a fellow detainee lies unresponsive on the floor. The dispatcher struggles to understand the caller’s accent and delays sending help, ultimately resulting in the death of the individual.

Reports of inadequate medical care and unsanitary conditions in ICE detention centers have been widespread, but these 911 calls provide concrete evidence of the dire situation inside these facilities. Detainees are at the mercy of a system that prioritizes deportation over basic human rights.

The release of these transcripts has sparked outrage and calls for reform within the ICE detention system. Advocates are demanding increased oversight and accountability to prevent further tragedies from occurring.

The stories told in these 911 calls are heartbreaking reminders of the human cost of our current immigration policies. It is essential that we shine a light on the suffering happening behind closed doors and work towards a more humane and just system for all individuals in detention.

As the public becomes more aware of the realities facing detainees in ICE custody, pressure will continue to mount on policymakers to take action and address the systemic issues plaguing the immigration detention system.