Utah Student Arrested Without Clear Charges Days Before Graduation
Posted on 05/06/26 at 11:56
- Utah Student Arrested by ICE
- Arrest Before Graduation
- No Official Explanation
A student at the University of Utah was detained by agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement just days before graduating.
The information was confirmed by his family and attorney, Adam Crayk, during a press conference, according to Telemundo.
Lisandro Pantaleón Pacheco, 22, is currently being held in Evanston, Wyoming.
His arrest took place early Wednesday morning in Park City.
ICE Detains Lisandro Pantaleón Pacheco Days Before His Graduation
The family of a Utah man is calling for his release after he was detained by ICE Wednesday morning. Lisandro Pantaleon Pacheco has 1 traffic citation on his record, officials said.
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The young man was on his way to a new job when he was detained.
His attorney stated that the detention occurred during a traffic stop.
So far, authorities have not clarified the reasons for the arrest.
Telemundo Utah requested information from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement but has not received a response.
Detention Without Clear Explanation
Dreamer Lisandro Pantaleon Pacheco was set to receive his bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah today but was detained by ICE agents on the way to his job Wednesday. Pacheco’s mother brought him from Mexico to the United States when he was only one year old, and he has no… pic.twitter.com/B2O6adjpXX
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Attorney Adam Crayk said there is still no clarity regarding the reasons for the arrest.
Pantaleón reportedly had only one traffic citation on his record.
No additional charges have been filed against him.
The student was just two days away from graduating from the University of Utah.
The detention occurred at a pivotal moment in his academic life.
Crayk reiterated that authorities have not provided official details.
Telemundo Utah attempted to contact U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement twice without success.
The lack of response has fueled uncertainty surrounding the case.
Family Denounces Injustice
Fidela Pacheco, the student’s mother, expressed her pain following the detention.
“It’s not fair that they detained him without any crime or anything,” she said emotionally.
The attorney explained that Lisandro arrived in the United States when he was one year old.
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According to Crayk, his entry into the country was not legal.
However, the lawyer argued that the young man should not be held responsible for circumstances beyond his control.
The family insists that the student does not represent a threat.
The case has generated concern among relatives and supporters.
Lisandro Pantaleón Pacheco’s Legal Situation and Next Steps
Lisandro Pantaleón Pacheco remains in a detention center in Evanston, Wyoming.
His attorney warned that he could soon be transferred.
If moved to Nevada, the legal team plans to request bail.
If transferred to another state, they intend to file a habeas corpus petition.
Crayk also revealed personal plans the student had before the arrest.
The young man had planned to propose to his girlfriend after graduation.
The University of Utah confirmed that Lisandro Pantaleón Pacheco is currently enrolled at the institution.
The case remains without an official explanation from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A GoFundMe campaign has been created to help the family cover legal expenses.
- What Comes Next: The family and attorney are awaiting answers from authorities while preparing legal action depending on any possible transfer of the student.
