Ballwin Family Deported, Relocating to Mexico

Alejandro Perez detained by ICE while commuting to work, forcing family to move abroad.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Alejandro Perez, a resident of Ballwin, Missouri, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while on his way to work, leading his family to make the difficult decision to relocate to Mexico to be with him after his deportation.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by immigrant families in the U.S., as deportations continue to separate loved ones and force difficult choices about whether to remain in the country or move abroad.

The details

Perez was apprehended by ICE agents during his regular commute to work, despite having no criminal record. His family, including his wife and children, now face the prospect of leaving their home in Ballwin to join Perez in Mexico, where he has been deported to.

  • Perez was detained by ICE on his way to work on February 26, 2026.

The players

Alejandro Perez

A resident of Ballwin, Missouri who was detained by ICE and deported to Mexico, forcing his family to relocate.

Ballwin Family

The family of Alejandro Perez, including his wife and children, who are now faced with the decision to move to Mexico to be with him after his deportation.

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What they’re saying

“We have no choice but to go with him. Our home is here, but our family is more important.”

— Alejandro's Wife (ksdk.com)

What’s next

The Perez family is currently making arrangements to relocate to Mexico in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This case underscores the human toll of the ongoing immigration enforcement efforts, as families are torn apart and forced to make difficult choices about their futures.