Martínez Nieto and Son Arrested in Austin, Texas

Five-year-old Liam Tadeo and his father, Martínez Nieto, are facing deportation from Austin, Texas, according to confirmation from N+ Univision. The pair were taken into custody on August 16, 2026.

According to verified reporting, the father and son were detained in the Texas capital before immigration authorities initiated the removal proceedings. N+ Univision confirmed the identities of both individuals and the exact date of the enforcement action.

Immigration officials have not publicly released additional details regarding the specific legal grounds for the removal order or the facility where the father and son are currently being held. Further updates depend on official statements from immigration enforcement agencies handling the case.