Great Falls Community Rallies Behind Detained Immigrant

Locals organize letter-writing campaign to support Roberto Orozco and his family

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

The Great Falls community has come together to support Roberto Orozco, an immigrant who is currently detained at the Cascade County Detention Center. Orozco's supporters have spearheaded a letter-writing campaign to Montana's congressional delegation, urging them to intervene in Orozco's case and provide assistance to his family.

Why it matters

This story highlights the challenges faced by immigrant families in the United States, as well as the power of community organizing to support those in need. The letter-writing campaign demonstrates the local community's commitment to standing up for the rights and well-being of all its members, regardless of immigration status.

The details

Orozco reached out to the community for help, and local organizer Nordlund has been leading the effort to support him and his family. The event held to rally support for Orozco was described as an "unqualified success," with many community members coming together to write letters and contact elected officials on Orozco's behalf.

  • On March 5, 2026, the community event to support Orozco was held.

The players

Roberto Orozco

An immigrant currently detained at the Cascade County Detention Center in Great Falls, Montana.

Nordlund

A local organizer who has been leading the community's efforts to support Orozco and his family.

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What they’re saying

“We will continue to stand by this family and help them as much as we can. I encourage everyone to continue to reach out to our elected officials and encourage them to look into this case and help in anyway they can.”

— Nordlund, Local Organizer (northernplainsindependent.com)

“Roberto just called me and wanted me to make sure to let everyone know how grateful he is for the support for his family.”

— Nordlund, Local Organizer (northernplainsindependent.com)

What’s next

Anyone interested in contacting Orozco can write to him care of Cascade County Detention Center, 3800 ULM North Frontage Road, in Great Falls.

The takeaway

This story demonstrates the power of community organizing and the importance of standing up for the rights and well-being of all members of a community, regardless of immigration status. The letter-writing campaign is a tangible way for local residents to show their support and advocate for Orozco and his family.