ICE claim that a man shattered his skull running into wall triggers tension
6 days ago
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- #healthcare
- #immigration
- ICE claimed a Mexican immigrant, Alberto Castañeda Mondragón, suffered severe skull fractures by running into a wall, but hospital staff disputed this.
- Medical professionals at Hennepin County Medical Center found the injuries inconsistent with ICE's explanation, suggesting possible mistreatment.
- Tensions rose between ICE agents and hospital staff over patient restraints and prolonged presence in the hospital.
- Operation Metro Surge, part of Trump's immigration crackdown, has led to increased ICE presence in Minneapolis hospitals.
- Hospital employees reported feeling intimidated by ICE agents, using encrypted communications to avoid surveillance.
- Castañeda Mondragón, who had no criminal record, was racially profiled and detained despite valid immigration documents.
- A court ordered his release from ICE custody after his severe injuries and mistreatment came to light.
- Castañeda Mondragón faces a long recovery with memory loss and financial challenges for his medical care.