‘Abject cruelty’: review of 911 calls from Texas ICE detention facility reveals disturbing conditions

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 6, 2026 at 03:29 PM

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An Associated Press investigation revealed disturbing conditions at the Camp East Montana ICE detention facility in El Paso, Texas, since its opening in August. Records from 911 calls, interviews, and court filings indicate overcrowding, medical neglect, malnutrition, and emotional distress among the roughly 3,000 detainees. The facility averaged nearly one 911 call per day in its first five months, with reports of assaults, mental health crises, and medical emergencies, including seizures and injuries. Two deaths have occurred, one ruled a homicide caused by asphyxia during restraint. Detainees describe unsanitary conditions, inadequate healthcare and food, and fear of security guards. A DHS spokesperson disputed claims of substandard conditions, asserting that detainees receive adequate care.

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Columbia, Missouri 40% Cuba 40% Netherlands 40% Fort Bliss 50% Associated Press 50% Owen Ramsingh 60% El Paso ×260% Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 60% Texas 70% Geraldo Lunas Campos 70% Camp East Montana ×480% Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ×290%

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ice detention facility 100% medical neglect 90% detainee abuse 80% 911 calls 70% mental health emergencies 60% overcrowding 60% camp east montana 50% malnutrition 50% substandard conditions 40% self-harm 40%

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