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Nun speaks out for first time about being detained by ICE while walking to Mass in Texas
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Valerie Gonzalez, Associated Press , KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 23, 2026
· 3 min read
A nun who was taken into immigration custody last month in Texas said Thursday that she went into a cold sweat as two armed men approached her while she walked to Sunday Mass in her habit, thinking about the day's Bible readings and carrying little more than her rosary and cellphone. “Honestly, i...
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Key takeaway Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested her on June 28.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The detention of Sister Leticia Ugboaja by ICE officers while walking to Mass in Texas has raised concerns among the local community in Piney Point Village about the impact of aggressive immigration tactics on residents. As a community within the Houston area, Piney Point Village is not immune to the effects of immigration policies, and Ugboaja's case highlights the uncertainty faced by many individuals with protected status. The fact that Ugboaja, a nurse with permission to work in the US, was detained without explanation, underscores the need for clarity and transparency in immigration enforcement. The intervention of Congress members on her behalf also underscores the importance of community advocacy and support for individuals navigating the complex immigration system. As Ugboaja prepares for her check-in appointment with ICE, the community will be watching to see how her case is handled, and whether her experience will lead to changes in how ICE interacts with protected individuals in the Houston area.
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Category: library ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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