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ICE Detains Wrongfully Student, Sparks $1M Lawsuit

8/28/2025

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Student Wrongfully Detained

A 15-year-old student with mental disabilities was wrongfully detained by ICE outside Arleta High School, leading to a $1 million damage claim.
The family alleges the detention violated the Fourth Amendment and caused emotional trauma.
ICE claims they were targeting an MS-13 member, which the family disputes.
LAUSD Superintendent condemned the incident, emphasizing its lasting impact on the student.
Attorneys demand protective measures for students and the release of security footage, which the district has refused.

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Luz Rivas Advocates

Benjamin Guerrero-Cruz, 18, was detained by ICE in Van Nuys on August 8, alarming his family.
He was transferred to Arizona without prior notification and later returned to Adelanto Detention Facility.
U.S. Rep. Luz Rivas proposed a bill requiring family notification within 24 hours of detainee transfers.
Concerns arise over ICE's transfer process affecting detainee rights and family communication.

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Student Wrongfully Detained

A 15-year-old student with mental disabilities was wrongfully detained by ICE outside Arleta High School, leading to a $1 million damage claim.
The family alleges the detention violated the Fourth Amendment and caused emotional trauma.
ICE claims they were targeting an MS-13 member, which the family disputes.
LAUSD Superintendent condemned the incident, emphasizing its lasting impact on the student.
Attorneys demand protective measures for students and the release of security footage, which the district has refused.

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