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Balbino M.: Arizona dad detained by ICE after vehicle registration mistake

Balbino Mayora, an Arizona resident for nearly 25 years and a business owner, was arrested outside a courthouse following a vehicle registration case and taken to Eloy Detention Center. His family is fighting for his release.

Aug 26, 2025Phoenix, AZCountry of origin: Mexico

Balbino M.: Arizona dad detained by ICE after vehicle registration mistake
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Balbino Mayora, an Arizona resident of nearly 25 years and business owner, was arrested by Phoenix police over vehicle registration issues. After his court hearing on August 27, ICE agents apprehended him outside the courthouse and he was transferred to the Eloy Detention Center. Mayora, who entered the US legally on a visa but overstayed, is now in removal proceedings while his family fights for his release.

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