Rhinebeck Community Rallies for Honduran Immigrant Detained by ICE

Community Support for Herson Jose Santa Maria Turios

• 💔 Friends and community members are deeply saddened by the detention of Herson Jose Santa Maria Turios, a 23-year-old Honduran immigrant.
• 🤝 The community is actively rallying around him, demonstrating strong support following his detainment by ICE.

Grassroots Fundraising and Legal Defense

• 💰 Over $60,000 has been raised for Herson's legal defense through a grassroots effort called New York Neighbors United.
• 🛠️ Jenny Friedberg, who employs Herson, started the fundraising initiative, highlighting his personal character.

Herson's Background and Detainment

• 🇭🇳 Herson, who recently started his own lawn care business, has been in the country for approximately 6 years.
• 📍 He was reportedly detained while returning home from work in Rhinebeck.

Legal Proceedings and Community Hopes

• ⚖️ A judge issued a temporary order preventing Herson's deportation, providing crucial time for his legal team.
• 🗓️ A recent court hearing resulted in a one-week extension of this order, seen as a significant win by supporters.
• 🏠 The community's primary goal is to ensure Herson receives due process and can return home to Rhinebeck.
• 💪 Supporters pledge to continue fighting for his return and to keep him from being removed from the Southern District of New York.