Daphy Michel, a Haitian immigrant, was found dead in a bus shelter in Pittsburgh on February 26, 2026, after being released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. At the time of her release, the temperature was approximately 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and she was reportedly wearing summer clothing. Michel had spent six months in jail prior to her release, during which a judge dismissed criminal charges against her. Her family has announced plans to sue following her death.
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Investigation into Death of Daphy Michel at Pittsburgh Bus Shelter
Daphy Michel, a Haitian immigrant, died from exposure in a Pittsburgh bus shelter after being released from ICE custody in cold weather while wearing inadequate clothing. Her family intends to file a lawsuit regarding her death.
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‘She showed love for everyone’: how did Daphy Michel end up frozen to death in a Pittsburgh bus shelter?
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Investigation into Death of Daphy Michel at Pittsburgh Bus Shelter