Father detained by ICE in Escondido, family seeks legal aid
Feb 26, 2026 · Escondido, CA

A father was detained by ICE on February 26, 2026, while picking up his children from school near Escondido Library. His family launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover legal fees and basic living expenses, as he was the primary wage earner and the family has fallen three months behind on rent.
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