Three weeks after ICE detention, fear and isolation shape one family’s life

Mauricio Martínez remains detained in Texas while his wife and children rarely leave their home.

By: Rachel Hoppe

Outlets: Eden Prairie Local News

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 701

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Body Text Preview

In the weeks since her husband, Mauricio Martínez, was detained by ICE agents during a traffic stop, Nancy Parra and her children have felt trapped.

After his detention Jan. 9 and transfer to a facility in El Paso, Texas, Parra said her family has rarely left their home out of fear for their safety — a strain that has taken a toll on their mental health.

Parra created a GoFundMe in January to …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

Email Us