A Jamaican flight attendant employed to Southwest Airlines was reportedly detained by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on July 14, while on the job in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been identified as Lorenzo Thompson. According to a report by Fox News, Thompson reportedly overstayed his visa, after he first entered the United States on April 17, 2021, on a visa that expired on October 16, 2021.
Thompson was reportedly working towards obtaining a US citizenship. A gofundme has since been launched to assist with Thompson's legal fees. " Lorenzo came to the United States legally from Jamaica in 2021, seeking safety from life-threatening abuse.
Since arriving, he has worked tirelessly to build a stable life, following every legal step toward citizenship. He holds a valid work visa, has a pending asylum case, and is a dedicated flight attendant for a beloved airline. Despite his documented status and commitment to doing things the right way, Lorenzo was unexpectedly detained by ICE on July 14th after returning back to base from a work trip.
This has put his career, stability, and future in jeopardy," the page said.
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