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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Canadian officials press US government for details on Canadian citizen who died in ICE custody at a Florida detention center
Canadian consular officials are pressing for more information from the United States government after a Canadian citizen died while in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement at a Florida detention center this week. Johnny Noviello, a 49-year-old lawful permanent resident of the US, was being detained at the Federal Detention Center in Miami while facing deportation over a 2023 conviction for racketeering and drug trafficking, according to ICE. He was found unresponsive and pronounced dead by the Miami Fire Rescue Department Monday afternoon, according to ICE. The cause of his death is still under investigation, the agency said. 'Medical staff responded immediately and began administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator shock and called 911,' ICE said. CNN has reached out to the Miami Fire Rescue Department for additional information. Noviello was arrested by ICE at a probation office on May 15 and issued a notice to appear for removal proceedings, 'having been convicted of a violation of any law or regulation … relating to a controlled substance,' ICE said in a news release. The arrest came amid the Trump administration's expanding deportation campaign that has spotlighted the capture of immigrants convicted of crimes. The Canadian government was notified of Noviello's death on Thursday, the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand said in a statement. 'Canadian consular officials are urgently seeking more information from US officials,' the statement said, adding further details will not be provided to respect the family's privacy. Global Affairs Canada said consular officials are in contact with US authorities to gather more information about Noviello's death. Noviello became a lawful permanent US resident in October 24, 1991, after entering the US in January 1988 with a legal visa, ICE said. He was convicted in Volusia County, Florida, in October 2023 for racketeering, trafficking Oxycodone and Hydrocodone, and sentenced to 12 months in county jail, court records show. Noviello only served around 125 days of his sentence with credits for good behavior and time served, said Daniel Leising, an attorney who represented Noviello in the criminal case. The attorney added the last he'd heard from Noviello was in February when a judge granted him community service. ICE in its statement noted that detained migrants have access to 24-hour emergency care while in custody and said it's 'committed to ensuring that all those in its custody reside in safe, secure, and humane environments.' The agency has reported seven in-custody deaths in 2025 as of May 5, according to ICE's website. CNN's Max Saltman contributed to this report.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Canadian man dies mysteriously in ICE custody in Florida after decades living in US
Johnny Noviello , a 49-year-old Canadian and lawful US permanent resident, was found unresponsive at the Federal Detention Center in Miami on Monday, June 23. Medical staff administered CPR and defibrillation before the Miami Fire Rescue Department pronounced him dead at 1:36 pm local time. The cause of death remains under federal investigation. Noviello had entered the United States on a legal visa in January 1988 and secured his green card on October 24, 1991. Court records from Volusia County show he was convicted on charges including racketeering and trafficking oxycodone and hydrocodone in October 2023. He received a 12‑month prison sentence. A judge converted the remainder of his prison term to supervised probation. ICE arrested Noviello at a Florida Department of Corrections probation office in May 2025. Authorities moved to deport him due to his controlled-substance conviction and non-immigrant overstay. ICE spokespersons emphasize he was receiving 'comprehensive medical care,' including intake screening, full health assessments, and 24-hour emergency services. They noted that 'at no time during detention is a detained illegal alien denied emergent care'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo ICE has reported the incident to Congress and relevant oversight offices. By law, a comprehensive report must be released within 90 days. Friends recall Noviello as a devoted father and soft-spoken neighbor, none expecting such a sudden loss. His long residency in Daytona Beach, Florida, added to the shock waves rippling through his community, especially among those who saw him as proof that immigrants could rebuild their lives after past mistakes. Live Events Noviello's death comes amid mounting concern over medical care in US detention centres. Since 2003, ICE has recorded at least 185 in-custody deaths; 2025 alone has seen four, including Noviello's. Florida lawmakers and civil rights advocates are demanding stronger oversight, especially as Governor Ron DeSantis expands ICE facility capacity, including plans at Camp Blanding.
Economic Times
11 hours ago
- Economic Times
Canadian man dies mysteriously in ICE custody in Florida after decades living in US
Johnny Noviello, a Canadian lawful US resident, died at a Miami detention center, prompting a federal investigation into the cause. Noviello's death, amidst concerns over ICE facility medical care, follows a conviction for racketeering and drug trafficking. His arrest by ICE occurred at a probation office, leading to deportation proceedings due to his conviction and visa overstay. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Johnny Noviello , a 49-year-old Canadian and lawful US permanent resident, was found unresponsive at the Federal Detention Center in Miami on Monday, June 23. Medical staff administered CPR and defibrillation before the Miami Fire Rescue Department pronounced him dead at 1:36 pm local time. The cause of death remains under federal had entered the United States on a legal visa in January 1988 and secured his green card on October 24, 1991. Court records from Volusia County show he was convicted on charges including racketeering and trafficking oxycodone and hydrocodone in October 2023. He received a 12‑month prison sentence. A judge converted the remainder of his prison term to supervised probation. ICE arrested Noviello at a Florida Department of Corrections probation office in May 2025. Authorities moved to deport him due to his controlled-substance conviction and non-immigrant overstay. ICE spokespersons emphasize he was receiving 'comprehensive medical care,' including intake screening, full health assessments, and 24-hour emergency services. They noted that 'at no time during detention is a detained illegal alien denied emergent care'.ICE has reported the incident to Congress and relevant oversight offices. By law, a comprehensive report must be released within 90 recall Noviello as a devoted father and soft-spoken neighbor, none expecting such a sudden loss. His long residency in Daytona Beach, Florida, added to the shock waves rippling through his community, especially among those who saw him as proof that immigrants could rebuild their lives after past death comes amid mounting concern over medical care in US detention centres. Since 2003, ICE has recorded at least 185 in-custody deaths; 2025 alone has seen four, including Noviello's. Florida lawmakers and civil rights advocates are demanding stronger oversight, especially as Governor Ron DeSantis expands ICE facility capacity, including plans at Camp Blanding.
