ICE Detains Pregnant Hispanic Woman and Her Husband on Their Way to Walmart

ICE Detains Pregnant Woman and Later Releases Her

Husband Remains Detained

Community Offers Help

On the morning of Wednesday, October 1, Andreina and her husband were detained by agents from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while heading to Walmart to buy groceries.

The couple, who have lived in the United States for several years, never imagined that a routine shopping trip would end in an ICE detention.

Andreina, who is pregnant and close to giving birth, was released a few hours after the arrest.

Her husband, however, remains in ICE custody, leaving the family in a critical emotional and financial situation.

ICE Detains Pregnant Hispanic Woman and Then Releases Her

ICE Detains Pregnant Hispanic Woman – Photo GoFundMe

The ICE operation took place in broad daylight as the couple was leaving their home for their weekly shopping.

According to people close to them, agents stopped their vehicle and requested identification before proceeding with the detention.

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Andreina was briefly taken into custody along with her husband, but authorities decided to release her due to her advanced pregnancy.

An Unexpected Separation

She is in the final days of her pregnancy and requires constant medical attention — a key reason why ICE determined not to keep her in detention.

However, her husband — who was the family’s main financial provider — remains detained while his immigration status is reviewed.

This separation has deeply affected Andreina and her seven-year-old son, who now face an uncertain and difficult future.

Struggling to Stay Afloat After the ICE Detention

PHOTO: GoFundMe

Andreina’s release did not mark the end of her troubles. With no income and two children to care for — one soon to be born — the young mother has had to rely on her community for help.

Her husband worked full-time and covered the household expenses, so his ICE detention has left the family without essential resources.

A close friend of Andreina decided to open a GoFundMe page to help cover medical costs, food, and childcare.

The initiative aims to ease the financial burden while she awaits the birth of her baby and the possible resolution of her husband’s case.

Community Solidarity

Andreina’s case has inspired solidarity throughout her community. Neighbors, acquaintances, and members of her church have shared the fundraising campaign and offered both moral and material support.

Her story highlights the vulnerability faced by many immigrant families during ICE detentions, especially those involving children and pregnant women.

For now, Andreina is focusing on her health and that of her baby while maintaining hope of reuniting with her husband soon.

Despite fear and uncertainty, she trusts that her community’s support will help her endure this difficult time.