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Decades-long sentences announced in shooting at Alvarado ICE facility
By JAMIE STENGLE | The Associated Press, Charles Nichelson and Shannon Miller at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
Sentences are being announced for the people convicted on terrorism charges in connection with last year’s shootout at the Prairieland ICE Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas. The attack happened almost a year ago, on July 4, 2025.
The alleged organizer, Benjamin Song, was sentenced to 100 yea...
Key takeaway The alleged organizer, Benjamin Song, was sentenced to 100 years in prison; he could have received as little as 20 years or up to life.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The sentencing of the defendants in the Prairieland ICE Detention Center shooting case has significant implications for the Southlake community, given the facility's proximity to the area. The lengthy prison terms handed down to the convicted individuals, including Benjamin Song's 100-year sentence, reflect the severity with which federal authorities view the attack as an act of domestic terrorism. As the community moves forward, it will be crucial to monitor how this case affects local law enforcement's approach to protests and demonstrations, particularly in light of the allegations of antifa involvement. The fact that the sentencing hearing took place in a federal courthouse in Fort Worth, just a short distance from Southlake, serves as a reminder that the consequences of such violent acts can have far-reaching impacts on the entire Dallas-Fort Worth area. The community will likely be watching closely to see how the ninth defendant's sentencing plays out next week.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Sentences are being announced for the people convicted on terrorism charges in connection with last year’s shootout at the Prairieland ICE Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas. The attack happened almost a year ago, on July 4, 2025.
The alleged organizer, Benjamin Song, was sentenced to 100 yea...
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