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Dian Zhao L.: Restaurant owner and father of six detained by ICE

Dian Zhao Lin has run Mun Yuen Chinese Takeout in Mount Morris for over 20 years and raised six children there. ICE detained him October 20 while he drove to work with his wife.

Oct 20, 2026Mount Morris, NYCountry of origin: China

Dian Zhao L.: Restaurant owner and father of six detained by ICE
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Dian Zhao Lin, owner of Mun Yuen Chinese Takeout Restaurant in Mount Morris, New York, was detained by ICE officers on October 20, 2026, while driving to work with his wife. Lin, a Chinese national, has lived in and served the small village for more than 20 years, and his six children have stepped in to keep the restaurant running in his absence. The village mayor and neighbors have rallied in support and called for his release, while the Department of Homeland Security says he has had a deportation order since 1999.

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