Four Detainees Unaccounted for After Uprising at Newark Immigration Facility
Newark, N.J. — In a dramatic turn of events, four detainees have reportedly escaped from Delaney Hall, a privately owned immigration detention center in Newark, following what officials are calling an “uprising.” Local law enforcement confirmed the escape and announced that a search is underway, issuing a be-on-the-lookout notice for the missing individuals.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka expressed deep concern regarding the situation, citing allegations of poor treatment, food withholding, and the ensuing unrest. He has demanded immediate clarification from GEO Group, the facility’s owner, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-N.J., has joined the call for answers amid growing concerns about conditions inside Delaney Hall. “Even now, as we hear reports of abusive circumstances at the facility… the administration appears to be stonewalling efforts to learn the truth,” she stated. McIver’s office has reached out to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) but has yet to receive a response.
As tensions surrounding the facility escalate, U.S. Senators and Representatives, including McIver and Baraka, were engaged in discussions with Delaney Hall leaders on Friday. Notably, the two had previously been involved in an incident at the facility last month, which has led to McIver facing federal charges for allegedly obstructing law enforcement officers.
This developing story has caught the attention of local and national officials, raising alarms about treatment within private immigration detention centers and the implications for detainee rights. As the authorities continue their search, the situation remains fluid, with updates expected as more information becomes available.
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