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Here’s who took No. 1 Orlando venue owner “Uncle Lou” detained on immigration hold Close Local News Marissa Rodriguez , Logistics Coordinator Published: May 10, 2026 at 2:33 PM Updated: May 10, 2026 at 6:38 PM LATEST NEWS Shantell Williams, a mother of 16, returned home after months of surgeries and rehab following a March crash in Daytona Beach, police said. 40 minutes ago Mother of 16 hit by DUI driver during bike week leaves hospital Read full article: Mother of 16 hit by DUI driver during bike week leaves hospital Four cyclists hospitalized after early morning collision 7 bicyclists struck by truck in Volusia County crash Read full article: 7 bicyclists struck by truck in Volusia County crash Rain chances remain moderate through the first half of the week Rounds of storms are possible to begin the week before hotter, drier weather returns Read full article: Rounds of storms are possible to begin the week before hotter, drier weather returns Cleon “Uncle Lou” Arguello photo taken by Mia Ashton Orlando venue owner “Uncle Lou” detained on immigration hold Read full article: Orlando venue owner “Uncle Lou” detained on immigration hold Sign up for our events newsletter: Sign Up Local News Orlando venue owner “Uncle Lou” detained on immigration hold Supporters seek answers Marissa Rodriguez , Logistics Coordinator Published: May 10, 2026 at 2:33 PM Updated: May 10, 2026 at 6:38 PM Cleon “Uncle Lou” Arguello photo taken by Mia Ashton (Copyright 2026 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) ORLANDO, Fla – Orlando music venue owner “Uncle Lou,” a longtime fixture in the city’s music scene, has been apprehended and is currently on an immigration hold by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, alarming musicians and fans who credit him with giving countless bands their first stage. The Orange County Incarcerations page lists Cleon Ortille Williams, 62, as booked May 9 with an immigration hold and no charges shown. Recommended Videos U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost said in a Facebook post that Uncle Lou “was apprehended last night” and is being held at the local jail on an immigration hold for ICE. Frost said he has connected with Uncle Lou’s daughter and is working with Rep. Anna V. Eskamani and Commissioner Mike Scott. Frost said he has reached out to ICE and that they are working to determine next steps. Williams, who is from Jamaica, built Uncle Lou’s Entertainment Hall into a launching pad for local punk, hardcore and experimental acts after opening on Michigan Avenue in 2005, then moving to Mills Avenue in 2006. He has hosted bands from around the world at his venue. Several community members have been posting on his behalf asking for answers. Eskamani said in a Facebook post that she is trying to learn more and that “Uncle Lou” was in the Orange County Jail “with no criminal charges and an ICE hold,” which she said likely means he will be transported to an ICE facility. She described him as “a major figure in the Orlando indie music scene” and asked anyone with more details to email her. This story is developing. Check back for updates. Breaking News Alerts Get breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox. Email Address Sign Up Correction: Copyright 2026 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. 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