Kentucky State Player Aminata Seck Freed on $2,500 Bond After 2 Months in ICE Custody
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 9
Kentucky State Player Aminata Seck Freed on $2,500 Bond After 2 Months in ICE Custody
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 9
Summary
Aminata Seck, a Kentucky State women’s basketball player from Senegal, was released from ICE custody after an immigration judge set bond at $2,500; her case remains active and returns to court next month.
DHS said Seck entered legally in 2019 on a temporary basis, overstayed her visa and missed a September 2025 immigration hearing, prompting a removal order after her Aug. 7 arrest at Louisville’s airport.
Seck said a torn ACL and meniscus went untreated regularly in detention and that she spent a week in isolation after refusing to remove a knee brace; DHS said detainees receive comprehensive medical, dental and mental health care.
The 20-game starter averaged 11.9 points and 7.7 rebounds last season and said she wants to return to school, complete her master’s degree and reschedule postponed surgery.