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San Diego Padres minor-league staffer detained by ICE after arrest in Texas

The Guardian Australia - Sport · 19 August 2026 at 4:00 am

San Diego Padres minor-league staffer detained by ICE after arrest in Texas

Family says Venezuelan has pending asylum claim DHS says 34-year-old faces removal proceedings San Diego Padres minor-league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela remained in federal immigration custody on Tuesday after being detained at an airport in El Paso, Texas, while returning from a work trip.

Pirela’s family said the 34-year-old Venezuelan has a pending asylum claim and has continually renewed his work authorization.

The Department of Homeland Security said he does not have legal status and will face removal proceedings.

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San Diego Padres minor-league staffer detained by ICE after arrest in Texas

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