Autopsy says the death of detained Haitian man was related to his dental woes
An autopsy confirmed that the death of Emmanuel Damas, a Haitian man detained in Arizona, was related to his dental issues. Damas had declined dental treatment recommendations prior to his death, which was attributed to complications from a chest infection linked to his severe dental problems. His case highlights concerns regarding medical care in immigration detention facilities, as he is one of many detainees who have died under similar circumstances.
- ▪Emmanuel Damas died after being detained at the Central Arizona Florence Correctional Center.
- ▪The autopsy revealed that his death was related to complications from dental problems and a chest infection.
- ▪Damas had declined dental treatment recommendations prior to his hospitalization.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onAutopsy says the death of detained Haitian man was related to his dental woesAn autopsy report has confirmed that the death of a Haitian man after spending months at an Arizona immigration detention facility was related to his dental problemsByJACQUES BILLEAUD Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 7:51 PM1:48FILE - This undated photo provided by Presly Nelson shows Nelson's brother, Emmanuel Damas, a Haitian who died in an immigration detention center in Florence, Ariz., on March 2, 2026.
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