Johan Sandoval’s Balcony Controversy | Albany News

Albany News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

A 22-year-old student, Johan Sandoval, was detained by ICE in Clifton Park after allegedly jumping from a second-story balcony during arrest — a claim his lawyer denies, calling it inaccurate and asserting Sandoval complied peacefully. Sandoval, who entered legally but has an expired visa, says he respected the law and handed over documents without resistance. His university says they’re not at fault, having submitted correct paperwork based on info from his prior school. Though released, he must wear an ankle monitor due to ICE’s flight risk concerns — and the story’s still unfolding. Listen…