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‘Sister Letty,' a Texas nun taken by ICE while walking to Sunday Mass, released
By Valerie Gonzalez | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
A nun was released from immigration custody after she was arrested while walking to Mass in her habit in South Texas.
Sister Leticia Ugboaja, aka “Sister Letty,” was walking to Our Lady of Sorrows Church in McAllen, just a few miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, on Sunday when she was detained ...
Key takeaway Sister Leticia Ugboaja, aka “Sister Letty,” was walking to Our Lady of Sorrows Church in McAllen, just a few miles from the U.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The release of Sister Letty, a nun detained by ICE while walking to Sunday Mass, brings attention to the complexities of immigration enforcement in communities near the U.S.-Mexico border, like those in Denton County's neighboring regions. While Trophy Club is not directly adjacent to the border, the incident highlights the potential for immigration issues to affect local residents, including those in religious and healthcare professions. As a community with its own growing diverse population, Trophy Club residents may be interested in how federal immigration policies impact their neighbors and friends. The swift intervention of Congressional representatives and community leaders in Sister Letty's case demonstrates the importance of local advocacy in addressing immigration concerns. As the community in Trophy Club continues to grow and diversify, it will be important to consider how local leaders and residents can support and protect all members of the community, regardless of their immigration status.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A nun was released from immigration custody after she was arrested while walking to Mass in her habit in South Texas.
Sister Leticia Ugboaja, aka “Sister Letty,” was walking to Our Lady of Sorrows Church in McAllen, just a few miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, on Sunday when she was detained ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 29, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Valerie Gonzalez | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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