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Autistic boy faces deportation to Peru

A nine-year-old autistic boy, who was born in Australia, is facing deportation to Peru, Emma Hannigan reports.

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A nine-year-old autistic boy, who was born in Australia, is facing deportation to Peru.

Geoffrey Vasquez was taken into detention with his family on Monday, and could be forced to leave the country by the end of the week.

He and his brother are set to become citizens in 12 months.

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His lawyer and family say he will face extreme difficulties if he's deported.


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