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Jan 13, 2022

People Detained At ICE Facility Allege COVID-19 Outbreak Is Being Mishandled

According to data from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, there are nearly two dozen cases of COVID-19 inside the Caroline Detention Facility.

Dec 14, 2021

Over 100 Organizations Petition DHS to Close ICE Facility in Virginia

According to the letter, there are now only 12 individuals being held at the Farmville Detention Center.

Oct 02, 2020

Virginia Legislature Passes Bill That Would Subject ICE Detention Centers To State Health Inspections

The bill classifies privately-operated immigrant detention centers as “local correctional facilities,” which would allow them to be subject to the same health inspections as local jails in the state.

Sep 10, 2020

Following Farmville Coronavirus Outbreak, Inspector Finds ‘Systematic’ Deficiencies In Pandemic Response

The inspection report finds Farmville staff failed to respond to a severe COVID-19 outbreak and left detainees without proper medical care as the virus spread.

Aug 12, 2020

Farmville ICE Detention Center With COVID-19 Outbreak Must Stop Transfers, Judge Orders

The ruling follows a lawsuit filed against ICE on behalf of four Farmville detainees.

Aug 07, 2020

Man In ICE Custody Dies After Being Held In Farmville Detention Center

The man was 72 years old, according to an ICE spokesperson, and had previously tested positive for COVID-19.

 
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