Louisiana’s “Catahoula Crunch” immigration sweep tears families apart, leaving a U.S. citizen son to raise his disabled sister

Breaking: Immigration Raid detains Father in Kenner, Leaving Three Children Behind

Immigration raid footage released by local media shows unmarked vehicles surrounding a car outside a Kenner, La., residence on Dec. 5,2024. Agents leapt from the vehicles, dragged Jose Reyes from his vehicle and hauled him away as his teenage daughters screamed for mercy. The sudden removal has left his three minor children – two U.S. citizens and a four‑year‑old – without a provider.

What happened on the night of the raid

According to a video reviewed by The Guardian, a convoy of unmarked cars pulled up beside Reyes’ sedan as he parked in front of his home. Four agents exited the vehicles,forced the driver out,and escorted him to a waiting police cruiser. Inside the house, 19‑year‑old Heylin Leonor Reyes begged the agents to release her father, explaining that he “pays the rent, puts food on the table, and covers the bills.”

“We where begging that they let him go,” heylin said in a later interview. “He’s the one who provides for food, pays bills, pays the rent.”

Official statement from DHS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that Reyes was taken into custody on an “unspecified felony” charge and noted that he had previously been deported. No further details were provided, and officials have not disclosed the location of his detention.

impact on the family

• Heylin (19) – works at a local eatery; wages insufficient to support three siblings.
• Two younger siblings – born in the U.S., both citizens.
• Four‑year‑old – watched the agents seize her father from the doorway.

Heylin says the family is scrambling to find legal representation and to locate her father. “We were given absolutely nothing,” she added.

Broader context: Immigration enforcement trends

ICE reported 1.0 million arrests in fiscal year 2023, a 15 % decline from FY 2022, reflecting a shift toward targeted operations rather than mass sweeps. ICE Enforcement Statistics FY 2023 shows that most arrests involve individuals with prior removal orders, similar to Reyes’ case.

Legal experts warn that families with mixed‑status children often face “collateral consequences,” including loss of income, housing instability, and psychological trauma for minors.The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) notes that in 2023,over 7,500 children were separated from a parent due to immigration enforcement actions. ACLU – Immigrants’ Rights

💡 Pro Tip: If you or a family member are detained, request immediate access to a qualified immigration attorney under the Roth v.United States precedent, which guarantees counsel for non‑citizens facing criminal proceedings.

key facts at a glance

Detail	Information
Location	Kenner, louisiana
Date of raid	5 December 2024
Person detained	Jose Reyes, 42, previously deported
Charges	Unspecified felony (per DHS)
Family impact	Three minor children; two U.S. citizens, one 4‑year‑old
Legal aid status	Family seeking attorney; detention location unknown

Evergreen advice for families facing immigration raids

1. Document everything – Record names, badge numbers, and vehicle descriptions. Video evidence can be crucial for legal challenges.

2. Know your rights – Individuals have the right to remain silent and to request an attorney. They also have the right to contact consular officials if they are foreign nationals.

3. Seek community resources – Local nonprofits such as the Louisiana Immigrant Justice Center provide emergency legal assistance, food aid, and counseling.

What’s next?

Authorities have not disclosed where Reyes is being held, and no court date has been announced. Heylin plans to file a habeas corpus petition and is reaching out to immigration advocacy groups for help.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep copies of all immigration paperwork (e.g., I‑94, visas, prior removal orders).Thes documents are often required to challenge detention or seek bond.

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