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Catholic bishop seeks information on “wildly disturbing” ICE arrest of nun walking to South Texas church
By Texas Tribune, Alex Nguyen at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 30, 2026
· 4 min read
The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville is working to gather information on Sunday’s arrest of a nun as she was walking to church in McAllen, calling circumstances behind the actions by federal immigration agents “wildly disturbing.”U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials detained Sister L...
Key takeaway Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials detained Sister Leticia “Letty” Ugboaja, a 56-year-old nun from Nigeria, and released her later Sunday after South Texas members of Congress intervened.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The arrest of Sister Leticia Ugboaja raises concerns about the impact of federal immigration policies on local communities in the San Antonio area, including Terrell Hills . As a community with a significant presence of religious organizations and a diverse population, Terrell Hills residents may be wondering how such an incident could occur in a neighboring city. The fact that Sister Ugboaja, a registered nurse and member of a religious order, was detained while walking to church highlights the need for clarity on immigration enforcement protocols. The intervention of South Texas lawmakers and the call for an investigation by LULAC suggest that this incident may have broader implications for the region. Terrell Hills residents may want to pay attention to how this situation unfolds, as it could have implications for community relations with federal agencies and the local immigrant population. The diocese's efforts to gather information and seek reform may also resonate with local faith communities and advocacy groups.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville is working to gather information on Sunday’s arrest of a nun as she was walking to church in McAllen, calling circumstances behind the actions by federal immigration agents “wildly disturbing.”U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials detained Sister L...
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