Families Demand Release of Detained Migrants in Los Angeles, Allege Human Rights Abuses

Los Angeles Migrants' Families Demand Release After Raids, Alleging Human Rights Violations Los Angeles, CA – June 10, 2025 – Families of migrant workers detained during recent raids and protests in Los Angeles are demanding the immediate release of their loved ones, alleging arbitrary arrests, lack of due process, and human rights abuses. The detentions occurred on Friday, June 6th, during demonstrations in the city. "What happened that day was a traumatic experience," said Yuriemi, daughter of a detained migrant worker, during an emotional press conference on Monday, June 9th. "To see your father handcuffed, hands and feet bound, and unable to do anything… it's unbearable." Another family member, Saraí, echoed these sentiments, stating, "We haven't been able to speak to my father, just like many others here. We've investigated further with other families, and the ICE system itself says they don't know where he is, or where he will be transferred." The families' accounts paint a picture of fear and uncertainty, highlighting concerns about the treatment of migrants within the US immigration system. Their pleas for due process and respect for human rights underscore the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policies and enforcement practices in the United States. The incident has prompted calls for greater transparency and accountability from immigration authorities.