Costa Rican Man Dies in ICE Custody Amid Diabetes Care Concerns

A Costa Rican man died in an ICE facility after complaining of missed insulin shots and meals, raising concerns about medical care in detention centers.

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September 23, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New Orleans, United States — A 36-year-old Costa Rican man died in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Louisiana after his family said he complained of missing insulin shots and meals to manage his diabetes.

Carlos Josue Marchena was found unresponsive at the Winn Correctional Center on September 18 and later pronounced dead. His sister and girlfriend reported that he had been experiencing worsening health, including chest pain, vomiting, and dehydration, while in custody. The official cause of death is pending further medical examination.

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The incident has sparked renewed scrutiny over the conditions in ICE detention facilities, with advocates highlighting concerns about inadequate medical care for detainees with chronic illnesses like diabetes. This marks the third death at the Winn facility in less than six months, adding to growing calls for reform in immigration detention practices.

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