ICE Agents Arrested Flint Restaurant Owner
The owner of Kabuki Sushi was taken into custody by immigration authorities near his Flint business.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Immigration
Federal immigration authorities arrested Salman Fnu, a co-owner of the Flint restaurant Kabuki Sushi, on September 25, 2026. Fnu, who holds an expired work visa, remains in detention at the North Lake Correctional Facility while awaiting legal proceedings.
Why it matters
The arrest has prompted the temporary closure of the local restaurant, highlighting the challenges faced by families navigating the U.S. immigration system. The detention has disrupted the life of Fnu and his wife, Ashley Parker, who filed marriage-based residency paperwork in 2024.
Federal officials took the individual into custody after he entered the country on September 9, 2015. A bond hearing for the detainee is set for October 7, 2026, with costs estimated between $10,000 and $50,000.
The players
Salman Fnu
He is the co-owner of Kabuki Sushi and is currently detained by federal immigration authorities.
Ashley Parker
She is the spouse of Salman Fnu and recently visited him at the North Lake Correctional Facility.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
This federal agency is responsible for the apprehension and detention of individuals suspected of immigration violations.
The details
ICE agents detained Fnu near his Corunna Road restaurant, placing him in restraints before transporting him to the North Lake Correctional Facility in Baldwin. His wife, Ashley Parker, visited him at the facility for 1.5 hours on October 2, 2026.
Timeline
September 9, 2015: Salman Fnu entered the United States.
2024: Salman Fnu and Ashley Parker were married.
September 25, 2026: ICE agents arrested Fnu in Flint.
October 2, 2026: Ashley Parker visited Fnu in detention.
October 7, 2026: A bond hearing is scheduled.
Political Context
Opponents of current federal enforcement strategies often argue that arrests of individuals with pending residency applications cause unnecessary harm to local families and small businesses. Supporters of stricter measures point to the Immigration and Nationality Act, asserting that visa expiration must be met with consistent enforcement regardless of marital status.
The temporary closure of Kabuki Sushi removes a local dining option, affecting regular customers and employees in the Flint community. Residents should be aware that immigration enforcement actions can lead to abrupt business closures and long-term administrative hurdles for affected families.
The takeaway
Immigration enforcement actions can have immediate and disruptive consequences for small business owners and their families in local communities. Families navigating residency applications often face significant uncertainty during the period between an arrest and a scheduled bond hearing.
What happens next
A bond hearing for Salman Fnu is scheduled to take place on October 7, 2026.
Further reading
For additional context, visit the Immigration section of our site.
