April 15, 2026

Guards Allegedly Beat Detainees at Florida Immigration Center

Guards allegedly beat and pepper-sprayed detainees after they complained about non-functional phones, with one detainee suffering a broken wrist and another sustaining facial injuries.
The incident occurred shortly after a federal judge ordered the facility to ensure adequate phone access for legal communications, which was reportedly violated.
U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz described the conditions at the center as 'inhumane' during her visit, emphasizing ongoing concerns about the treatment of immigrants.