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The Independent
2 days ago
- General
- The Independent
Five kids and adult dramatically rescued from water near Miami after barge hits and sinks their sailboat
Five young children and one adult were rescued from the water off Miami Beach after a barge struck their sailboat, leaving three of the children critically injured, authorities said. The 'active water emergency' unfolded in Biscayne Bay off Miami Beach around 11:15 a.m. Monday when a sailboat was struck by a barge near Star Island, Miami Beach Fire Rescue officials said, according to NBC Miami. Five children between the ages of eight to 12 were on the sailboat along with an adult when it was struck by the barge, Miami Fire Rescue Lt. Pete Sanchez said. Three of the children were critically injured when the vessel capsized, while one child and the adult woman were stable. The other child was evaluated at the scene, authorities said. Sanchez said it's believed the adult is a camp counselor. The incident is under investigation.
New York Times
2 days ago
- New York Times
4 Children Injured After Barge Strikes Sailboat off Miami Beach
A barge struck a sailboat off Miami Beach on Monday, injuring at least four children who were thrown overboard and had to be rescued from the water, the authorities said. The sailboat was carrying an adult woman and five children near Hibiscus Island in Biscayne Bay when it was hit, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Divers and rescue boats from several agencies responded and pulled all six people from the water, the commission said. Three of the children were taken to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami in critical condition, and one was taken there in stable condition, according to Lt. Pete Sanchez, a spokesman for the Miami Department of Fire-Rescue. A fifth child was evaluated on the scene but did not go to the hospital, Lieutenant Sanchez said. The children ranged in age from 8 to 12, he said. The adult woman — a camp counselor — was in stable condition and did not go to the hospital, he said. Lieutenant Sanchez said the authorities received several calls of a boat accident near Hibiscus Island in Biscayne Bay at 11:16 a.m. Some of the calls reported a submerged vessel with missing occupants, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. When rescue personnel arrived, they called for additional assistance, Lieutenant Sanchez said. Local television footage showed several rescue boats surrounding a barge. 'Thanks the swift rescue response from all agencies, all persons were located and removed from the water,' Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said in a statement.
CTV News
7 days ago
- Health
- CTV News
Canadian who died in ICE custody had health issues before his death: agency report
A Canadian man who died while in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody last month had a history of serious medical conditions, according to a newly released ICE agency report. Johnny Noviello, 49, was found unresponsive just before 1 p.m. on June 23 at a federal detention centre in Miami. Shortly after, he was declared deceased by the Miami Fire Rescue Department. A detainee death report released by ICE on Wednesday states Noviello had been diagnosed with several pre-existing conditions, including hypertension and seizure disorder, slightly elevated blood pressure and high body mass index. In the weeks following his initial detention, Noviello's physical and mental health showed signs of decline, according to the internal ICE review. On May 19, a behavioural health provider (BHP) reviewed Noviello's case and suggested that he first undergo a medical evaluation, which would determine whether a formal health referral was necessary. That same day, Noviello was transferred to the Miami federal detention centre. By the end of the May, Noviello began refusing care. On June 8, after requests from both a unit officer and a health services administrator, a provider evaluated Noviello again. During this encounter, Noviello reported feeling 'sad and depressed,' refusing to attend a medical clinic for a full evaluation. A mental health referral was requested as a result. The following day, a provider visited Noviello again at the request of a BHP. The report noted poor personal hygiene and that Noviello had not eaten 'in a while.' While his vital signs remained within normal limits, the providers ordered further lab work and discussed with Noviello 'the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet,' according to the report. ICE said the Canadian entered the U.S. with a visa on Jan. 2, 1988. He became a permanent resident more than three years later. Last May, he was arrested by ICE at a probations office and charged with removal for violating U.S. drug laws. In October 2023, he was convicted in eastern Florida for racketeering and drug trafficking and sentenced to 12 months in prison. Noviello's former lawyer, Dan Leising, said in June that Noviello's only known family member is his father, Angelo, who was 'distraught' to hear about his son's death. According to Foreign Affairs Minister Anita, there are approximately 55 Canadians who are still detained by ICE. ICE data revealed that seven other people have died in 2025 while in ICE's custody. With files from Luca Caruso-Moro, Lynn Chaya, and CTV National News Correspondent Kamil Karamali
Globe and Mail
7 days ago
- Health
- Globe and Mail
Canadian man with epilepsy who died in ICE custody was flagged for health concerns
A Canadian man with epilepsy who died in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement had been flagged over health concerns prior to his death, a report published by the immigration enforcement agency says. Johnny Noviello, who died last month at a federally-run prison in Miami, was prescribed medication for seizures and hypertension while incarcerated, but was referred by prison staff to a medical provider in early June for a health assessment, according to the ICE death report made public Wednesday. The medical provider requested a mental health referral after documenting that Mr. Noviello felt 'sad and depressed.' On June 8, Mr. Noviello refused a medical evaluation but told health care staff the next day that he had not eaten in 'a while,' the report says. Medical providers found the Canadian man maintained 'poor personal hygiene,' but documented normal vital signs and 'discussed the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet,' according to the ICE report. A Canadian man died in ICE custody. Now, his family is searching for answers Human Rights Watch report details abuses at Florida immigration detention centres Mr. Noviello, 49, died two weeks later, on June 23. The ICE report does not list a cause of death. The Canadian man 'found unresponsive' by prison staff at 12:54 p.m., and medical workers arrived on scene seven minutes later to try to resuscitate him. Miami Fire Rescue Department personnel subsequently performed advanced cardiac life support for half an hour with no response. Mr. Noviello had spent nearly four decades in Florida where he was a permanent resident, having moved there with his family when he was a child. In 2023, Mr. Noviello was convicted of several drug-related charges, making him vulnerable to deportation as a non-U.S. citizen. He was arrested by ICE this May at his probation office, amid a sweeping immigration crackdown ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump. The death report published Wednesday says Mr. Noviello was prescribed anti-convulsants at an ICE detention centre shortly after his arrest. He was also referred to a behavioural health provider. The behaviour health provider 'recommended a medical provider evaluate him then refer him to mental health if needed,' the report says. Mr. Noviello was then transferred to FDC Miami, which is run by the federal Bureau of Prisons. The Globe has previously reported that Mr. Noviello's family was concerned over his access to anti-convulsant medication in detention, and that they had struggled to contact him while he was incarcerated at FDC Miami.
Hindustan Times
27-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Johnny Noviello cause of death: Canadian man's family reveals years-long health condition after ICE death
Johnny Noviello, a Canadian citizen and lawful US permanent resident, died earlier this week while he was in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody at the Federal Detention Center in Miami, Florida. He was 49 years old. His death has raised questions about medical care in detention facilities, particularly after his family disclosed his long-standing health condition. Johnny Noviello died in ICE custody this week(X) Noviello was found unresponsive at 12:54 PM on June 23, 2025, at the Miami detention center. Medical staff administered CPR and used an automated external defibrillator while awaiting Miami Fire Rescue, who pronounced him dead at 1:36 PM, according to the ICE press release. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's Office is investigating, but no preliminary cause of death has been released yet. Read More: Stephen Miller profiting off ICE deportations? Report brings up Palantir link ICE's statement emphasizes that the cause remains under review by the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General and ICE's Office of Professional Responsibility, with a report due within 90 days. Johnny Noviello's family makes big revelation Noviello's family, including his father, Angelo Noviello, revealed he suffered from epilepsy, requiring daily medication to prevent seizures, his lawyers said. Court documents from his 2023 conviction noted this condition, and his attorney, Daniel Leising, ensured medication access during his county jail sentence. The family told the Miami Herald they worked 'painstakingly' to ensure Noviello received his medication in ICE custody but had limited contact after his May 15, 2025, arrest. Read More: Who is Mads Mikkelsen? Norwegian tourist, 21, claims he was denied entry into US over JD Vance meme in phone ICE detention Noviello entered the US legally on January 2, 1988, and became a lawful permanent resident on October 24, 1991, living in Daytona Beach, Florida, since age 10. He co-owned Daytona Auto Sales with his father. In October 2023, he was convicted in Volusia County of racketeering, trafficking in oxycodone (7-14 grams), trafficking in illegal drugs (4-14 grams), trafficking in hydrocodone, and unlawful use of a two-way communication device, sentenced to 12 months in jail, serving about 125 days with credits. In February 2025, his sentence was converted to probation, per web:9. On May 15, 2025, ICE arrested Noviello at a Florida probation office, charging him with removability for controlled substance violations, despite his permanent resident status.
