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58 detained on ICE holds in Galveston County in first half of August
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: By DAVID MERCADO The Daily News , as published by Galveston County Daily News
· August 17, 2026
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Key points The majority of these detainees, over 64%, did not have a related arrest. In Galveston County, 58 individuals were detained on ICE holds during the first half of August.
In Galveston County, 58 individuals were detained on ICE holds during the first half of August. Jail records provide some information about these detentions, including the locations where they occurred.
The majority of these detainees, over 64%, did not have a related arrest. The detentions were spread across the county, with some occurring in specific cities.
Further details about the detentions and related arrests can be found in the Galveston County Daily News, including a breakdown of the number of incidents in different parts of the county.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: Galveston County Daily News ·
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