An illegal alien accused of raping a child in Massachusetts after being released by DHS. ICE lodged a detainer, but it was not honored. The accused was later arrested and remains in federal custody pending deportation.
Key Points
Accused illegally crossed the U.S.-Mexico border with parents in July 2021
Arrested in Massachusetts for motor vehicle violations in August 2023
Warrant issued in December 2023 for child rape and enticement charges
ICE lodged detainer while accused was in jail in Maine
Accused was later arrested by ICE near his residence in Lowell, Massachusetts
Pros
ICE lodged a detainer against the accused
The accused remains in federal custody pending deportation
Cons
The court refused to honor the ICE detainer initially