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4d ago

Lord Buffalo Drummer Detained at DFW Airport Over Active Arrest Warrant

Yamal Said, a Mexican citizen and U.S. green-card holder, remains in custody on a $40,000 bond, forcing the band to cancel their European tour.

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Overview

  • Yamal Said was removed from a flight at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on May 12 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection due to an active arrest warrant for protective-order violations.
  • The drummer is being held at Tarrant County Corrections Center on a $40,000 bond, following his transfer from CBP to local law enforcement.
  • Lord Buffalo announced the cancellation of their European tour, originally set to begin May 15, and expressed their focus on securing Said’s release.
  • The band has engaged an immigration lawyer while stating they have had limited contact with Said since his detention.
  • Their tour partners, Orsak:Oslo, will proceed with the scheduled European performances without Lord Buffalo.