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Cuban with I-220A Shocked by ICE Raid Experience at Walmart: "I Never Expected to See This in America"

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 by Hannah Aguilar

A Cuban man, who holds the I-220A immigration form, shared his unsettling experience on TikTok, revealing that he witnessed an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid at a Walmart in the United States. In his video, he describes seeing several people being detained, expressing his disbelief and concern. "I just left Walmart and suddenly a large number of ICE agents entered… it was terrifying," he recounts, visibly shaken, as he records the scene from his vehicle in the parking lot.

"My wife has parole, and I am on I-220A. They were saying, 'focus on the line,' and then they went inside. The place was packed with people," the Cuban man explains. The video, posted on his account @orlycastillo1401, captures his fear and frustration over the incident.

"My God, I never thought I'd see this in the United States. Folks, be very careful when you go out, only go out if it's absolutely necessary," he advises. According to his account, the raid occurred inside the store while numerous shoppers were present. ICE reportedly entered the premises targeting migrants with irregular status, heightening anxiety among immigrant communities.

"We come from a dictatorship, from a country that subjects us to countless atrocities to reach the United States, only to face situations like this," he laments, urging the Cuban community to stay vigilant. "Stay strong, my people, have faith. God’s timing is perfect," he adds.

The testimony has sparked concern on social media, especially among Cuban migrants in the process of legalization through various legal avenues such as humanitarian parole or the I-220A, a document that signifies supervised release while awaiting immigration proceedings.

Understanding ICE Raids and Immigration Status

What is the I-220A immigration form?

The I-220A is a document that grants supervised release to migrants as they continue through the immigration process in the United States.

Why do ICE raids occur in public places like Walmart?

ICE conducts operations in public places to enforce immigration laws and detain individuals who may be in the country without legal status.

How can immigrants protect themselves during ICE raids?

Immigrants are advised to know their rights, avoid unnecessary exposure in public spaces, and seek legal assistance for guidance on their status and protection.

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