Caleb Vitello Acting Director | U.S. Immigration And Customs Enforcement
Caleb Vitello Acting Director | U.S. Immigration And Customs Enforcement
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a 25-year-old individual from the Dominican Republic in Boston on charges of indecent assault and battery, as well as gross lewdness. The arrest took place on January 29.
"This arrest underscores ICE’s unyielding commitment to public safety and our resolve to hold dangerous criminal aliens accountable, no matter the obstacles," stated Patricia Hyde, acting Field Office Director for ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations in Boston. "When jurisdictions fail to cooperate, ICE will take every necessary step to locate and apprehend those whose release poses a significant threat to the community."
The individual was initially detained by U.S. Border Patrol in June 2022 after entering the United States unlawfully near Rio Grande, Texas. He was held at Bluebonnet Detention Facility before being released on parole.
In July 2024, the Boston Police Department arrested him for indecent assault and battery, along with open and gross lewdness charges. ICE attempted to issue an immigration detainer but had to conduct an operation in Dorchester on January 29 due to noncooperation from local authorities.
The individual is currently in ICE custody awaiting removal proceedings.
Members of the public are encouraged to report crimes or suspicious activities by calling the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or using the online tip form.
Further information about ICE's mission can be found on their social media platform X: @EROBoston.
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