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ICE Detains 25 Honduran Workers in Louisiana Raid

11/5/2025

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On October 30, 2025, ICE detained 25 Honduran workers at Barrois Welding Services in Harvey, Louisiana, following an investigation into immigration violations.
The operation stemmed from a March arrest of an employee for similar violations, and ICE found owner Russel E. Barrois failed to provide Form I-9s.
Matt Wright, Deputy Special Agent in Charge of ICE New Orleans, emphasized ongoing enforcement and accountability, noting some detainees had criminal histories.

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Story summary

On October 30, 2025, ICE detained 25 Honduran workers at Barrois Welding Services in Harvey, Louisiana, following an investigation into immigration violations.
The operation stemmed from a March arrest of an employee for similar violations, and ICE found owner Russel E. Barrois failed to provide Form I-9s.
Matt Wright, Deputy Special Agent in Charge of ICE New Orleans, emphasized ongoing enforcement and accountability, noting some detainees had criminal histories.