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Death of a CBSA detainee


MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 30, 2017 /CNW/ - On October 30, 2017, a 50-year-old woman, detained for immigration purposes at the Vanier Centre for Women in Milton, Ontario, was found in medical distress and immediately taken to the hospital. The woman passed away shortly thereafter. 

Family of the deceased has been notified. The deceased's identity will not be released at this time.

The CBSA will cooperate fully with any investigations launched by responsible agencies at the provincial level.

The CBSA is not in a position to release further information while investigations are ongoing.

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SOURCE Canada Border Services Agency



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