Springfield advocates call to end ICE ankle monitors after Haitian student’s death
Springfield community leaders are pressuring state and federal officials to end ICE ankle monitors following the death of Pierre Damas Bel, a 20-year-old Wright State student who allegedly faced humiliation and bullying due to the GPS device. Advocates say the stigma surrounding the monitor contributed to his despair, while authorities note his immigration proceedings and status; a press conference at Central Christian Church highlighted calls to end the program amid broader concerns about its impact on Haitians in the community.
