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Immigrant Landscaper, Father of Three Marines, Freed on Bond After Detention

His family is seeking legal status through a Parole in Place application as he prepares for an August court hearing.

Narciso Baranco, second right, with his sons, Emanuel, left, Alejandro and José Luis Barranco.
LAPD officers and patrol cars at the scene of a police shooting along Figueroa Blvd. in Downtown LA July 13 after officers say they confronted and shot a man armed with a machete.
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Overview

  • Barranco was released from Adelanto Detention Center on July 15 after posting a $3,000 bond secured at an emotional bond hearing.
  • He underwent a medical evaluation after emerging distressed and still wearing the same clothes he had on at the detention center.
  • Barranco’s case drew national attention when video footage showed Border Patrol agents pinning and punching him during his arrest.
  • His family has raised over $180,000 for his defense and organized protests to support his pursuit of legal residency.
  • Barranco is scheduled to return to immigration court in August while pursuing a Parole in Place application based on his sons’ active-duty status.