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Bellaire High School community rallies behind student detained by ICE at Houston airport
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joy Addison , Click2Houston KPRC2 Local
· July 19, 2026
· 2 min read
The Bellaire community is rallying around an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport. Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old originally from Russia. According to those...
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Key takeaway ICE confirmed Garipov was arrested in Houston on July 17, saying he remained in the United States after his authorized stay expired.
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The detention of Bellaire High School student Alim Garipov by ICE at Hobby Airport has sent shockwaves through the community, with teachers and classmates rallying around the 18-year-old Russian native. As the City of Houston's own police department is separate from the federal immigration agency, local authorities have no direct role in Garipov's case, but the incident highlights the complex immigration issues that affect many families in the Houston area. The Houston Independent School District, which serves the City of Houston, including the smaller incorporated city of Houston where Bellaire High School is located, has a diverse student body with many students from immigrant families. The outpouring of support for Garipov reflects the strong sense of community in the area, where many residents are familiar with the challenges of navigating the US immigration system. As Garipov's case moves forward, it will be important to watch how local leaders and organizations respond to the situation.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston KPRC2 Local ·
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