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News in English (USA) / 20.08.2025 / 06:00

Community Rallies for LA Student Detained by ICE While Walking Dog

A significant outcry has emerged from the community following the detention of Benjamin Marcelo Guerrero-Cruz, a Reseda High School senior, by immigration agents while he was walking his dog. Allegations have surfaced that the agents claimed to have been motivated by a $1,500 arrest payment. As the 18-year-old student remains in federal custody, his family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support his release. Community members, including teachers and classmates, are organizing rallies and demanding his release, emphasizing that he is merely a teenager and calling for an end to such aggressive immigration enforcement measures. The situation has raised concerns about the treatment of minors by ICE, with reports indicating that some detainees have faced harsh conditions. The ongoing support for Guerrero-Cruz highlights the tensions surrounding immigration policies and their impact on local families.
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