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23-07-2025
- Health
Canadian who died in ICE custody reported health issues weeks earlier, agency says
Headlines Latest News Podcasts (new window) Home Courts and Crime U.S. Politics Johnny Noviello was diagnosed with a seizure disorder in May Johnny Noviello, 49, was being detained 'pending removal proceedings,' according to an ICE news release. Photo: Volusia County Holly Cabrera (new window) · CBC News The Canadian who died while in custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) had several health concerns in the weeks leading up to his death, according to a report published on Wednesday. The report comes exactly a month after Johnny Noviello, 49, was found unresponsive at a federal detention centre in Miami. The day after Noviello was taken into ICE custody, he was diagnosed with a seizure disorder and hypertension. He was prescribed anticonvulsant and blood pressure medications, according to the report. Noviello had been in the U.S. since 1988 and became a lawful permanent resident in 1991. The Canadian citizen was convicted of a number of offences in 2023 — including racketeering and drug trafficking — and had been sentenced to 12 months in prison, according to an ICE release. He was arrested by ICE at a Florida probation office on May 15. Noviello's lawyer maintains he had not violated the terms of his probation. Noviello was being detained pending removal proceedings, the agency said in a news release. On June 8, a medical provider requested a mental health referral for Noviello after he reported feeling sad and depressed and refused to go to a medical clinic for an evaluation. The next day, according to the ICE report, he said to staff that he had not eaten in a while. A provider evaluated Mr. Noviello by request of a [behavioural health provider] BHP, and documented Mr. Noviello maintained poor personal hygiene, the report says, noting that a provider discussed with him the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet. In the afternoon on June 23, prison staff found Noviello unresponsive without a pulse and with low body temperature and blood sugar levels. The Miami Fire Rescue Department took over his care and attempted to revive him for half an hour, before pronouncing him dead. The cause of Noviello's death is unknown and is under investigation. With files from Racy Rafique and Darren Major Beginning of list of 13 items. Skip list? Wednesday, July 23 Tuesday, July 22 End of list of 13 items. Back to beginning of list? 'Clean, healthy and sustainable environment' is a human right, International Court of Justice says 24 minutes ago Climate Change Provincial and territorial leaders call on government to introduce bail reform bill 53 minutes ago Provincial Politics Parks Canada rescinded approval of permit due to 'evolving safety and security considerations' There have been 17 police-related deaths in Nunavik since 2017, according to Quebec police watchdog 2 hours ago Law Enforcement Agencies Male athletes more likely to suffer a sudden cardiac arrest, but women less likely to survive one 4 hours ago Physical and mental health
Global News
23-07-2025
- Health
- Global News
Canadian who died in ICE custody had health issues before his death: agency
The Canadian man who died while in custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Florida had several health issues in the weeks before his death last month, the agency says, and at one point was found to have not eaten in 'a while.' The details on what U.S. officials say led up to the death of 49-year-old Johnny Noviello were included in a report released by ICE on Wednesday. The agency is required by U.S. law to issue such reports within 90 days of a detainee's death. Noviello, a Canadian citizen and U.S. permanent resident, was arrested by ICE agents in Daytona Beach, Florida, on May 15 and was facing removal from the U.S. due to a prior conviction on drug charges. He was transferred to the Federal Detention Center in Miami four days after his arrest. He died more than a month later, on June 23, after he was found unresponsive. A cause of death is not listed in the report. Story continues below advertisement According to the report, on May 16 — a day after his arrest — Noviello told officials he was suffering from 'unspecified convulsions' and hypertension, and was prescribed anticonvulsant and blood pressure medications. That same day, a nurse confirmed those diagnoses and also documented 'slightly elevated blood pressure, high body mass index' and Noviello's medication list, the report says. The nurse also referred Noviello to a behavioural health provider. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy On the same day of Noviello's transfer to Miami, the behavioural health provider recommended that Noviello should receive a medical evaluation and a referral to mental health care 'if needed.' After his arrival at the Federal Detention Center, on May 20, officials noted Noviello had normal vital signs 'except for elevated heart rate and abnormal blood pressure.' Ten days later, the report says Noviello refused a full physical exam and health history check. 0:53 Canadian citizen dies in ICE custody while awaiting removal from the U.S. On June 8, according to the report, Noviello was evaluated by a health-care provider 'at the request of a unit officer and health services administrator.' Story continues below advertisement 'The provider requested a mental health referral and documented Mr. Noviello reported feeling sad and depressed, and refused to go to the medical clinic for an evaluation,' the report says. The next day, another provider found Noviello 'maintained poor personal hygiene and stated he had not eaten in 'a while,'' the report continues. Noviello's vitals were found to be normal, and the provider 'discussed the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet.' Noviello was then found unresponsive by staff on June 23 at 12:54 p.m. local time. The report says medical staff arrived seven minutes later, at 1:01 p.m., and began administering CPR and used a defibrillator to try and revive Noviello, while 911 was called. Medical staff noted his blood glucose levels were well below normal and that Noviello had no pulse, respirations, blood pressure, or oxygen flow. Miami firefighters arrived on the scene at 1:09 p.m. and performed advanced cardiac life-support measures for 30 minutes with no response, the report says. Noviello was declared dead at 1:36 p.m. At the time of his death, ICE said it provided notification of the incident to the Canadian consulate by telephone. Global Affairs Canada said at the time it was 'aware of the death of a Canadian citizen in Florida' and was in contact with U.S. authorities. It has not released any further information, citing privacy considerations. Story continues below advertisement Noviello was sentenced to 12 months in prison in October 2023 after pleading guilty to selling opioid painkillers out of their Daytona Beach used auto dealership. Court documents alleged Noviello got the pills by having associates fill fake prescriptions. The ICE report notes Noviello came to the U.S. in 1988 and became a conditional resident that same year. He was granted lawful permanent resident status in 1991. U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has instituted a crackdown focused on removing immigrants convicted of crimes, particularly drug charges and violent offences like murder and sexual assault.
Hamilton Spectator
23-07-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadian man who died in ICE custody reported health concerns weeks before death, agency says
The cause of a Canadian man's death while in custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement last month remains unclear, even as the agency in a report Wednesday says it flagged the man over health concerns just weeks before. Johnny Noviello, 49, was found unresponsive on the afternoon of June 23 at the Federal Detention Center in Miami and later pronounced dead after being attended to by medical staff. According to an ICE report shared publicly , Noviello underwent two evaluations earlier on June 8 and 9 at the request of a unit officer and a health administrator. The man, who had epilepsy, had already been diagnosed with 'unspecified convulsions and hypertension' and prescribed anticonvulsant and blood pressure medication by authorities shortly after being detained in May. Noviello had been living in the U.S. for nearly four decades, with the ICE report noting he first came to the country as a visitor in 1988 and later becoming a permanent resident in October 1991. In 2023, he was convicted of a number of offences, including drug trafficking and racketeering, and sentenced to 12 months in prison. Two years later, in May of this year, Noviello was arrested by ICE at a local probation office and charged with removability on the grounds of his prior conviction. He was awaiting removal from the United States at the time of his death, the agency says. During the first evaluation on June 8, a medical provider requested Noviello get a mental health referral after the man reported 'feeling sad and depressed' — although the ICE report notes Noviello refused to go to a medical clinic for the evaluation. The next day, Noviello told another medical provider that he had not eaten in 'a while.' Though Noviello had normal vitals, the provider at the second evaluation noted that the patient had 'poor personal hygiene,' later discussing the importance of both self-hygiene and a proper diet with the patient. Exactly two weeks later, the detention centre staff found Noviello unresponsive without a pulse and with low body temperature and blood sugar levels. He was later transferred to the care of City of Miami first responders, who declared Noviello dead after trying to revive him for 30 minutes. Wednesday's report comes exactly a month after Noviello's death. Under U.S. policy, ICE had 90 days to publicly share details on the circumstances surrounding the death. More coming.
Vancouver Sun
23-07-2025
- Vancouver Sun
ICE goes public with a new report on Canadian man who died in custody
A Canadian who died in ICE custody is documented to have had health concerns, according to a report made public by the U.S. government agency today. While in custody, the 49-year-old was prescribed medication for seizures and hypertension, and recommended to undergo mental health evaluation after he was reported to be feeling 'sad and depressed, and refused to go to the medical clinic for an evaluation.' Here's what we know about the report and the timeline from when Johnny Noviello was arrested and later found dead . Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Johnny Noviello entered the U.S. on a legal visa in 1988 and became a permanent resident in 1991. In 2023, he was convicted on the charges of drug trafficking, racketeering and the unlawful use of two-way communication device used to facilitate commission of crime. He was sentenced to prison for 12 months. His arrest by ICE came in 2025, wherein he was issued a notice to appear in court and faced a removability charge. The 49-year-old was pronounced dead late in June after being found unresponsive in a detention centre in Miami. Respecting the family's privacy, Global Affairs minister Anita Anand had said at that time 'further details will not be provided at this time.' Today, the Government of Canada was notified of the death of a Canadian citizen while in custody in the United States. Canadian consular officials are urgently seeking more information from US officials. I offer my sincere condolences to the family. In order to respect the… The report released today highlighted health concerns that the officials flagged before he died. Here's what we know about the timeline since his arrest: May 15: Noviello was arrested and detained. May 16: The 49-year-old underwent a routine health inspection. A registered nurse completed the medical intake screening and noted the diagnosis of 'hypertension and seizure disorder, slightly elevated blood pressure, high body mass index, and his reported medication list and sent a provider referral' for him. He was prescribed medication. May 19: A behavioural health provider recommended 'a medical provider evaluate him then refer him to mental health if needed.' May 30: As per the documentation, the Canadian man is said to have refused a health history and a physical exam. June 8: He was reported to be feeling sad and depressed and is said to have refused a health evaluation at a medical clinic. June 9: Noviello reportedly maintained poor personal hygiene and stated he had not eaten in 'a while.' Documentation revealed his vitals to be normal, and that there was discussion with him around the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet. June 23: Noviello was found unresponsive and declared dead . The report by ICE comes as prominent politicians noted the death of the Canadian, and with U.S. ambassador Pete Hoekstra confirming faith in ICE 'commitment to transparency'. 'My team is following the death of a Canadian citizen while in @ICEgov custody. We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation,' Hoekstra had posted online a few days after Noviello's death. 'I trust in ICE's commitment to transparency and to providing a safe environment for all individuals in its care.' There are 55 Canadians currently detained by ICE, the agency reported on the figures on July 19. My team is following the death of a Canadian citizen while in @ICEgov custody. We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation. I trust in ICE's commitment to transparency and to providing a safe environment for all individuals in its care. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
Edmonton Journal
23-07-2025
- Health
- Edmonton Journal
ICE goes public with a new report on Canadian man who died in custody
Article content The report released today highlighted health concerns that the officials flagged before he died. Here's what we know about the timeline since his arrest: Article content May 15: Noviello was arrested and detained. Article content May 16: The 49-year-old underwent a routine health inspection. A registered nurse completed the medical intake screening and noted the diagnosis of 'hypertension and seizure disorder, slightly elevated blood pressure, high body mass index, and his reported medication list and sent a provider referral' for him. He was prescribed medication. Article content May 19: A behavioural health provider recommended 'a medical provider evaluate him then refer him to mental health if needed.' Article content May 30: As per the documentation, the Canadian man is said to have refused a health history and a physical exam. Article content June 8: He was reported to be feeling sad and depressed and is said to have refused a health evaluation at a medical clinic. Article content Article content June 9: Noviello reportedly maintained poor personal hygiene and stated he had not eaten in 'a while.' Documentation revealed his vitals to be normal, and that there was discussion with him around the importance of self-hygiene and proper diet. Article content June 23: Noviello was found unresponsive and declared dead. Article content The report by ICE comes as prominent politicians noted the death of the Canadian, and with U.S. ambassador Pete Hoekstra confirming faith in ICE 'commitment to transparency'. Article content 'My team is following the death of a Canadian citizen while in @ICEgov custody. We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation,' Hoekstra had posted online a few days after Noviello's death. 'I trust in ICE's commitment to transparency and to providing a safe environment for all individuals in its care.' Article content My team is following the death of a Canadian citizen while in @ICEgov custody. We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation. I trust in ICE's commitment to transparency and to providing a safe environment for all individuals in its care. — Ambassador Pete Hoekstra (@USAmbCanada) June 27, 2025 Article content Article content
