Father of two detained by ICE on way to work in Florida
Oct 7, 2026·Location: Yulee, FL

Héctor López was detained by law enforcement and taken into ICE custody on October 7 while on his way to work, according to his partner Andrea. He is described as a loving, responsible, and hardworking man who is the primary caregiver for his two children. His family is seeking legal representation for his immigration case and has lost a key source of household income since his detention.
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