Third immigrant detainee at facility in El Paso has died, ICE says

January 19, 2026

U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has reported the death of a third undocumented immigrant at the Camp East Montana detention facility in El Paso, Texas, marking the third death in just 44 days. The facility, which houses nearly 3,000 detainees, has come under scrutiny as it utilizes tent-style structures to accommodate immigrants.

Third immigrant detainee at facility in El Paso has died, ICE says

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Third immigrant death reported at Camp East Montana in 44 days.
Facility located at Fort Bliss U. S. Army base in El Paso, Texas.
Current detainee population is approximately 2,903 as of January 8.
The deceased was identified as Victor Manuel Diaz, a 36-year-old from Nicaragua.
Camp East Montana is a tent-style structure favored by ICE for immigration enforcement.

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Third immigrant detainee at facility in El Paso has died, ICE says

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Third immigrant detainee at facility in El Paso has died, ICE says

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