What to do if someone you know in Philadelphia or elsewhere is detained by ICE

Pennsylvania’s patchwork of ICE detention centers makes it difficult to track loved ones.

By: Jennifer J. Lee, Temple University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 1,493

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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By Jennifer J. Lee, Temple University

If someone you know is detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, it can be incredibly challenging to find and communicate with them.

For example, it can take several days just to confirm where they are. Even after locating a loved one, it is possible to lose track of them again, as ICE regularly moves people between facilities without notice.

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