Daphy Michel

Daphy Michel, a Haitian asylum seeker, died of hypothermia on March 2, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, shortly after her release from federal custody. A medical examiner has officially ruled her death a homicide. Michel's family is reportedly planning to sue Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in connection with her death. However, an ICE spokesperson has denied any agency involvement, stating they had "NOTHING to do with this woman’s death." The case has gained attention due to the circumstances surrounding Michel's death following her release from federal detention, raising questions about the care and conditions provided to asylum seekers in U.S. custody and their subsequent treatment upon release.