Mother detained by ICE in El Monte, family seeks legal funds
May 27, 2026·Location: El Monte, CA
A woman was detained by ICE in El Monte, California on an unspecified date after being followed from her home to a shopping mall. She was taken into custody at 11 am and transferred to LA County detention, then to Adelanto ICE facility. Her daughter Kandie Cortes is seeking funds for legal representation to fight the case.
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