Woman detained by ICE during routine USCIS biometrics appointment in Gardena
Sep 10, 2026·Location: Gardena, CA

Marta was taken into ICE custody after arriving for a routine biometrics appointment at the USCIS office in Gardena, California. Video showed her being seated in a room before ICE agents detained her shortly afterward. Her nephew, Victor Jimenez, started a GoFundMe campaign titled "Help Bring Marta Home" to help cover her bills and provide family stability, noting she may lose the job she worked hard to get. The family says they are heartbroken and uncertain how long she may remain detained, and are asking the community to donate or share the fundraiser.
Timeline
Sep 10, 2026—Family shared the fundraiser on Instagram, asking community to donate or share
Sep 9, 2026—Detained by ICE agents while attending a routine biometrics appointment at the USCIS office in Gardena, California
Sep 9, 2026—Nephew Victor Jimenez started GoFundMe campaign "Help Bring Marta Home" to support family and cover bills
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