Former Venezuelan player working for San Diego Padres is detained by ICE
His family says the Venezuelan-born coach was detained while traveling for work and is seeking legal help as relatives press for his release.
- On Sunday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained San Diego Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela at El Paso International Airport while traveling for work.
- A 34-year-old Venezuelan native residing in Arizona, Pirela was traveling home when detained; his brother Jorge Pirela noted he was not carrying his work permit card at the time.
- Family members stated Pirela has an active asylum case and is being "unjustly detained," with sister Daniela Pirela seeking legal counsel to ensure he receives "due process."
- The Padres confirmed the detention in a Monday statement, noting they are working to gather information; the news sparked outrage and prompted requests for intervention from U.S. Rep. Abraham Hamadeh.
- ICE detainee records confirm Pirela remains in custody at the El Paso Processing Center as his family continues advocating for his release and highlighting his community contributions.
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