Several Democratic lawmakers are calling on Immigration and Customs Enforcement to explain the circumstances that led to the in-custody death of a man who lived in Flagstaff.

Northern Arizona Sen. Theresa Hatathlie said in a statement she was heartbroken when she learned that Lorenzo Antonio Batrez Vargas died in ICE custody on August 31.

He was a Mexican national and grew up in Flagstaff.

His family alleges Batrez Vargas didn’t receive adequate medical care while he had COVID-19.

He was in custody at the Central Arizona Correctional Complex in Florence.

In a statement, ICE said detainees have access to medical care and are never denied emergency services.

"The treatment of individuals in these facilities raises serious concerns about the humanity and accountability of ICE operatio

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