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Watson Coleman Statement on Death of Detainee at Delaney Hall

Source: Insider NJ · Aug 3, 2026, 4:46 PM

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U.S. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman released a statement after Edwin Lopez Cornejo, a 39-year-old Plainfield resident, died while in ICE detention at Delaney Hall on Saturday.

According to family members, Cornejo had been held at the facility for approximately six weeks and was allegedly denied his diabetes medication during that time.

The incident has drawn attention from the congresswoman's office regarding conditions and treatment of detainees in federal custody.

Key points

  • Edwin Lopez Cornejo, 39, from Plainfield, died at Delaney Hall ICE detention facility on Saturday
  • Cornejo had been detained for about six weeks before his death
  • Family members claim he was not provided his diabetes medication while in custody
  • Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman issued a statement in response to the death

FAQ

Who was Edwin Lopez Cornejo?
Edwin Lopez Cornejo was a 39-year-old resident of Plainfield, New Jersey, who died at Delaney Hall immigration detention facility on Saturday after approximately six weeks in ICE custody.
What are the family's allegations about his detention?
According to family members, Cornejo was not given his diabetes medication while in ICE detention at Delaney Hall, raising concerns about the treatment and care of detainees at the facility.
What is Delaney Hall?
Delaney Hall is an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility that has been used to hold immigrants in federal custody.

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