A Wenatchee Family is facing unexpected separation after a mother and her nine year old son were deported following what was meant to be a meeting for a step towards citizenship.

Elsy Amaya Diaz and her son, Cesar Amaya Diaz, attended a meeting dedicated to discussing possible legal pathways to citizenship. According to reports, the meeting was intended to provide families with information and guidance about immigration options. Instead, shortly after attending the meeting, the mother and child were detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

For several days, family members and community supporters did not know where the two had been taken. Their sudden disappearance caused fear and confusion among relatives in Wenatchee, who were left searching for answers on where they were. Eventually, it was confirmed that both had been removed from the U.S. and sent back to El Salvador.

ICE later confirmed that both were no longer in the U.S. after being deported. Community members say that they were shocked that the detention had happened after attending a meeting focused on legal immigration options. Supporters argue that the families seeking information about citizenship should not feel afraid to come forward.

The case has raised concerns locally about immigration enforcement practices and the risks families may face when trying to resolve their legal status. Advocates say the situation shows the challenges many immigrant families experience, especially when children are involved.

As of now, Elsy and Cesar remain in El Salvador. Friends and community members in Wenatchee continue to express concern for their safety and wellbeing while asking for clearer communication and protections for families seeking lawful immigration solutions.