Border Patrol in Sodus, Wayne County, NY

Audio Interview with Sister Luci Romero describing intense police and Border Patrol repression in Wayne County

Sister Luci Romero, introduced by Sodus Church Watch founder Dr. Lory Ghertner, discusses the current situation for the migrant community in Sodus. She describes intense police and Border Patrol repression and calls for ongoing solidarity from Anglo neighbors and supporters. Dr. Ghertner and Sister Lucy are very worried about increased Border Patrol activity, including the detention of farmworkers and their families this week. There are unconfirmed reports this weekend of a large processing plant raid in Wayne County. Sister Luci also reported on her view of a heroic teacher’s actions whereby a pregnant mom returned back home to her children. The woman had been detained coming out of her doctor’s office by local police and taken into custody by Border Patrol.

There were two additional interviews conducted in the church parking lot with recording problems. Apologies to Nichole, a lifelong resident of Sodus and Petra, a migrant worker who wishes for reforms that will allow her friends to simply live without fear and anxiety every day. We will return and do the interviews inside!