Piney Woods School responds after release of Hancock High students from ICE custody

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Rankin County School where Hancock high exchange students Israel and Max Mokoka originally attended classes has released a statement regarding their recent detention in ICE custody.

Piney Woods School leaders released the following statement: “The Piney Woods School was deeply troubled by the needlessly harsh seizure and ordeal experienced by Israel and Max Makoka. We are pleased to learn these brothers have been released from detention and reunited. We pray that the Makoka brothers and their family succeed in restoring their student visa status and can continue their academic pursuits in the U.S.”