Luis Manuel R.V.: Man who collapsed at Alligator Alcatraz still held with worsening health
Luis Manuel Rivas Velásquez collapsed at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center and was hospitalized amid reports of inadequate medical response. He is now held in El Paso with reportedly worsening health.
Aug 5, 2025Ochopee, Florida
Luis Manuel Rivas Velásquez collapsed at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center and was hospitalized. Detainees reported inadequate medical response and chaos at the facility. He is now being held in El Paso Enhanced Hardened Facility with reportedly deteriorating health conditions.
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- Venezuelan detainee alleges inhumane conditions at Alligator Alcatraz:
- Medical emergency at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ highlights neglect, advocates say
Prism Reports·Aug 18, 2025·archived copy
- DHS Covers Up Medical Crisis | McEntee Law Group
- Alligator Alcatraz poses serious health issues for detainees, say health workers, migrant advocates
WLRN·Jul 22, 2025·archived copy
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