ICE Detains Husband With Green Card After 28 Years in US
Summary
Dayton Andre Lindsay, who has lived legally in the U.S. for nearly 30 years with a green card, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Chicago’s airport after returning from Jamaica. Despite being married to a U.S. citizen and having no serious criminal convictions, he remains in custody while facing immigration court proceedings.Key Facts
- Lindsay is a Jamaican citizen and lawful permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for over 28 years.
- He was detained by ICE at O'Hare International Airport on February 27, 2024, when returning from vacation.
- Lindsay has a misdemeanor domestic battery charge from 2014 and minor traffic offenses about 10 years ago; no felony convictions.
- He is married to a U.S. citizen for over six years, with a blended family of five children and seven grandchildren.
- Lindsay worked at a Walmart Distribution Center and as a chef in local restaurants before his detention.
- Immigration officials cited his past criminal record as justification for his detention despite his green card status.
- He is currently held at Hopkins County Jail in Kentucky and has been denied bond.
- His wife is raising funds for his legal defense, with costs estimated around $40,000.
- His attorneys filed a habeas corpus petition, asking a court to review the legality of his detention.
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