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

In recent years, reports of dire conditions and medical neglect in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers have raised serious concerns about the treatment of detainees. One of the most alarming aspects of these reports are the 911 calls made from inside these facilities.

These calls often paint a picture of chaos and desperation. One call, in particular, described a detainee who had stopped breathing and was in need of immediate medical attention. The dispatcher struggled to understand the caller’s broken English and confusion reigned as the detainee’s condition deteriorated.

Another call revealed a similar situation, with a detainee experiencing a medical emergency and staff members scrambling to respond. The lack of trained medical personnel and proper equipment in these facilities has been cited as a major factor in the inadequate care provided to detainees.

Despite repeated assurances from ICE officials that the health and safety of detainees are a top priority, these 911 calls tell a different story. They reveal a system that is ill-equipped to handle medical emergencies and a culture of negligence that puts the lives of detainees at risk.

The release of these 911 calls has sparked outrage and calls for reform. Advocates for immigration detainees are demanding increased oversight and accountability for ICE detention centers, as well as improved medical care for those in custody.

As the debate over immigration policy continues to rage, the voices of those inside these detention centers cannot be ignored. The disturbing reality revealed by these 911 calls is a stark reminder of the human cost of our immigration system’s failures.

It is clear that significant changes are needed to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals in ICE custody. The release of these 911 calls is a wake-up call to the public and policy makers alike – it is time to address the chaos and neglect that have become all too commonplace in ICE detention centers.