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Tatiana Martínez Remains in ICE Custody After Live-Streamed Arrest

Lack of official comment from ICE over her reported vehicle seizure has fueled concern among migrant rights advocates

Influencer Tatiana Martínez detenida en vivo por ICE durante alerta de redadas migratorias / Foto: Especial
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Detienen a influencer que alertaba sobre redadas de ICE en LA
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Overview

  • Martínez was detained on August 15 in Los Angeles while live-streaming alerts about ICE raids, with video showing agents forcibly removing her from her Tesla despite her compliance.
  • She lost consciousness during the arrest and was taken by ambulance to a medical facility before being transferred to immigration detention.
  • ICE has not publicly responded to inquiries about the operation, including allegations that agents seized and towed her Tesla.
  • Her family lacks clear information on her current location or immigration status and is seeking transparency from authorities.
  • The incident has intensified fears among Latino and migrant communities about the risks faced by those documenting or warning about ICE activities.