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Father detained by ICE during work lunch break, family fights for release

Sep 3, 2026·Location: Rock Hill, SC

Father detained by ICE during work lunch break, family fights for release
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Eduardo, known as Walter, was detained by immigration agents while resting during his lunch break at work and sent to a detention facility in Georgia. He has since been repeatedly transferred between ICE facilities, limiting contact with his family to two-minute daily phone calls. Walter, described by his family as faithful and headstrong, had a pending case for legal residency and a work permit. His wife and daughters are raising money for legal fees and a possible bond ahead of an upcoming court hearing.

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