Oswadeliz Núñez’s son Daniel was deported from the United States to Venezuela, where he died in a devastating earthquake just a day after his arrival. Daniel had been living in the US, where he was seeking asylum, but was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and ultimately deported.

Deportation and Death

Daniel’s mother, Oswadeliz, remembers the last conversation she had with her son, in which he told her he was being held by Venezuelan intelligence officers and would be spending the night at a hotel in Macuto. The next day, the earthquake struck, and Daniel’s hotel crumbled, killing him and possibly several other deportees.

Oswadeliz had to search for her son’s body, visiting hospitals, clinics, and morgues until she finally found him at a port facility that had been turned into an emergency morgue. She identified his body by a tattoo he had gotten, which she had initially disapproved of.

Seeking Justice

Oswadeliz is now seeking justice for her son’s death, calling for the Venezuelan government to be more transparent and to implement safer protocols for deportees. She also plans to pursue further legal education to advocate for her son’s case and to help others who have been affected by similar situations.

Daniel’s story highlights the complexities and risks involved in the deportation process, particularly for those who are seeking asylum in the US. His mother’s fight for justice serves as a reminder of the need for more humane and efficient protocols for deportees, as well as greater transparency and accountability from governments involved.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.