Sithy Y.: Cambodian genocide survivor held nearly two months in ICE detention
Sithy Yi, a Cambodian Genocide survivor who came to the U.S. in 1981, was detained at a routine check-in in Santa Ana and held nearly two months before a judge ordered her release.
Jan 29, 2026Santa Ana, CACountry of origin: Cambodia
Sithy Yi, a Cambodian Genocide survivor who arrived in the U.S. in 1981, was released from ICE detention following a federal judge's order. Yi was detained at a routine immigration check-in in Santa Ana on January 8 and held at the Adelanto Detention Facility for almost two months.
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- Cambodian Genocide survivor released from ICE custody after court order
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