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New Jersey Community Rallies Around Turkish-Owned Kebab Shop After Owners’ Detention
The Emanet family raised $300,000 and received strong local support after federal officers detained them for expired visas, with deportation hearings set to continue.
- Last February, U.S. marshals and Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Celal and Emine Emanet at Jersey Kebab, sparking local support.
- The Emanets opened Jersey Kebab during the COVID-19 pandemic, applied for permanent residency, and believed they were on track for green cards, supporters said.
- Supporters organized a vigil and raised $300,000 t, while the family faced temporary closures as one member was detained for 15 days and another returned home on an ankle monitor.
- The family moved late last year to a bigger Haddon Avenue space in Collingswood, maintaining community practices including a window sign offering free meals and a Jan. 29 photo of Muhammed serving tea.
- The family still faces removal proceedings despite local support, with Celal Emanet expected to have a hearing in March, and supporters say they are fighting to stay while fearing 'very big problems' if deported.
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The detention of New Jersey kebab shop owners sparked change. Deportation still looms
The detention of a Turkish couple who own a New Jersey kebab shop helped galvanize their community against immigration crackdowns last year.
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The shawarma, falafel wraps and baklava in Jersey Kebab are excellent, but many of their customers are also there these days in protest.
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