**UPDATE 09/14/25**

We spoke with her on Sunday morning and found out that she is currently being held at the Los Angeles Detention Center. On behalf of the three of us, we sincerely appreciate every donation. Your support means the world to us. We are incredibly grateful to our friends, family, and community members for standing by us during this difficult time.

We will continue to update this page with any new information we receive regarding our mother, Karla.

Once again, thank you all for your kindness, generosity, and support.

-Karol, Jose, & Gabriel

Help Bring Our Mom Back Home

Our mother, Karla Martinez Bardales, has lived in this country for over 30 years. She has never had any trouble with the law. She worked tirelessly, even on holidays when most were resting, to provide for her family. Today, she continues to give selflessly, caring for her granddaughter five days a week and working on weekends to make ends meet.

Tragically, she was detained by ICE while at work. Long Beach is her home. Her life, her children, and her community are here.

Our family is devastated, and we’re doing everything we can to bring her back and keep her home. We are asking for your support to help with legal fees and related costs. Karla has always given to others. Now we humbly ask for help on her behalf.

Any contribution, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to reuniting our family. Thank you for standing with us.

With gratitude

Her children & family