Lester P.S. and Ismaray P.T.: Two Cuban pastors detained by ICE during routine immigration appointment in Texas
Lester Pérez Sánchez and Ismaray Paz Torres, a Cuban pastor couple who run a tire repair shop, were detained during what they thought was a routine appointment and remain held in Raymondville.
Mar 31, 2026Harlingen, TXCountry of origin: Cuba

Lester Pérez Sánchez and Ismaray Paz Torres, a Cuban pastor couple who arrived in the U.S. in 2021 seeking asylum and hold I-220A status, were detained by ICE on March 31, 2026, during what they believed was a routine supervision appointment in Harlingen, Texas. Both hold work permits and operate a tire repair workshop in Ingleside. They have been held at El Valle Detention Center in Raymondville since their arrest. The Ingleside community, including the mayor, has rallied for their release.
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- ICE detains two Cuban pastors in Texas during immigration processing
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- Two Cuban Pastors Detained by ICE in Texas During Immigration Check
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- Two Cuban pastors detained by ICE while pursuing green cards, Ingleside community rallies for return
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