ICE Arrests Captain in 2-Death New York Harbor Capsizing After Illegal Entry
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Updated · abcnews.com · Aug 20
ICE Arrests Captain in 2-Death New York Harbor Capsizing After Illegal Entry
3 articles · Updated · abcnews.com · Aug 20
Summary
Manuel Ernesto Hernandez-Umana was taken into ICE custody after prosecutors charged him over the Aug. 8 New York Harbor capsizing that killed a 27-year-old woman and her 5-month-old baby.
Investigators say the boat was over capacity when it overturned near the Statue of Liberty; 12 survivors were rescued with minor injuries, and the Justice Department charged him with two counts of misconduct and neglect of a ship officer.
The Coast Guard Investigative Service said Hernandez-Umana was in the United States illegally, prompting the immigration arrest after a judge had released him following his initial federal court appearance.
DHS said the case highlights risks from unlicensed charter operations, while ICE is expected to hold Hernandez-Umana through the criminal case before seeking his removal from the country.