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5 Buffalo Bills stadium construction workers detained by ICE

Mar 12, 2026 · Buffalo, NY, Venezuela

5 Buffalo Bills stadium construction workers detained by ICE

Five Venezuelan construction workers with valid work permits were detained by federal immigration authorities on March 6-7 while working on Buffalo Bills stadium construction. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, two of the men crossed the border illegally and three overstayed their visas. All five are being held at Batavia Federal Detention Facility awaiting removal hearings.

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