Military Veteran Deported to Jamaica After 50 Years in US
Summary
A U.S. Army veteran named Godfrey Wade was deported to Jamaica after living in the United States for over fifty years. Wade, originally from Jamaica, faced deportation due to a criminal history and a prior removal order. Despite his military service and long residence in the U.S., immigration authorities executed his deportation.Key Facts
- Godfrey Wade is a military veteran with more than 50 years in the U.S.
- He was deported to Jamaica even after attempts to stop it by family and advocates.
- He came to the U.S. in the 1970s and later joined the U.S. Army.
- Wade faced deportation due to a past criminal record, including domestic assault and other offenses.
- An immigration judge ordered Wade's removal in 2014 since he did not attend his hearing.
- Wade has six children and several grandchildren residing in the U.S.
- He was a lawful permanent resident but was still eligible for deportation due to his legal issues.
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