Utah musicians rally around violinist detained by ICE after decades in the U.S.
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After a violinist who has played with high-profile orchestras was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement last week, members of Utah’s music community are rallying in support of his release. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. Donggin Shin, 37, who came to the U.S. from South Korea with his father when he was a child, was abruptly arrested at a hotel parking lot while he was on a work trip in Colorado, his attorney Adam Crayk told NBC News.
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Main Idea: Utah violinist John Shin was detained by ICE, and musicians in his community are rallying to support his release.
Key Points:
- Shin, who came to the U.S. as a child from South Korea, was arrested during a work trip in Colorado and is being held in a detention center in Aurora.
- His lawyer said the arrest was tied to an old misdemeanor impaired driving case, while DHS said Shin has a DUI conviction and no lawful status.
- Musician friends and colleagues in Utah have been performing at the state Capitol to raise awareness and show support for Shin and his family.
- Colleagues say Shin has long been a valued musician and teacher in Utah, including work with the Utah Symphony and Ballet West.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
ICE detention of a long-time worker can unsettle families, local arts groups, and employers, and may make some immigrants fear using services or traveling for work.
Positive Impact
Utah Symphony support for John Shin shows how communities can rally around valued workers and keep public attention on fair and lawful immigration decisions.
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