Edwin Jovanny
Edwin Jovanny, 39, of Plainfield, had been held at Delaney Hall in Newark for about six weeks. His mother said he had high blood pressure and diabetes and told her by phone on Friday that the right side of his face and arm were numb. He died on Saturday, August 1, 2026, after a medical episode, and the family said they learned of his death only when a hospital called to identify his remains. DHS said staff called 911 and that the official cause of death is pending further medical examination.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (disputed; neglect alleged). DHS says staff called 911 and the cause of death is pending medical examination, while his family says he told his mother his face and arm were numb on Friday and they learned of his death only when a hospital called to identify his remains.
Reported by: DHS spokesperson (the agency that held him); his family.