DHS says a man detained by ICE was a predator. His attorneys say that's libel

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The Department of Homeland Security accused Jair Celis of being a predator on social media.

His attorneys claimed the allegations are libelous, citing they were based on sealed juvenile records.

Celis faces deportation for a visa overstay; his legal team plans to sue DHS for defamation.

SALT LAKE CITY — After a Utah man was arrested by ICE, the Department of Homeland Security is now being accused of libel by his legal representation due to comments it made on social media alleging he's a predator.

The man arrested, Jair Celis, was waiting with his wife for a final green card interview when Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested him last week. He was taken to an Arizona detention center.

On Tuesday, ICE told KSL-TV that Celi