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Family, lawmakers call for mariachi detained by ICE to be released
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk Zaria Oates, Matthew Craig , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Ibarra Castro's wife, Marisol Pantoj, claims he initially entered the US legally with a B-2 visa, which expired in 2020. A 20-year-old mariachi was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement on June 25.
A 20-year-old mariachi was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement on June 25. Hebert Kaleth Ibarra Castro was taken into custody while driving in China Grove. His family and local lawmakers are seeking his release.
Ibarra Castro's wife, Marisol Pantoj, claims he initially entered the US legally with a B-2 visa, which expired in 2020. He came to the US at the age of 4, fleeing violence in Mexico.
Further details about Ibarra Castro's case are available from KSAT, including statements from his family and ICE records.
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Category: safety Published: July 7, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 20-year-old mariachi was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement on June 25. Hebert Kaleth Ibarra Castro was taken into custody while driving in China Grove. His family and local…
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