“LOWELL, Mass. — Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston arrested a Brazilian national charged with raping a Massachusetts minor. Deportation officers from ERO Boston apprehended the 20-year-old Brazilian noncitizen March 28 near his residence in Lowell.

“This Brazilian non-citizen is accused of sexually abusing a Massachusetts minor,” said ERO Boston Field Office Director Todd M. Lyons. “Every second he spends roaming free in our communities, he represents a potential threat to the children of our communities. The men and women of ERO Boston will always prioritize public safety by protecting the residents of New England from egregious noncitizen offenders.”

U.S. Border Patrol officials arrested the Brazilian national along with his mother and father July 28, 2021, after they unlawfully entered the United States near San Luis, Arizona. Authorities served the Brazilian noncitizen with a notice to appear before a Department of Justice (DOJ) immigration judge. The noncitizen and his family were then released from custody on an order of recognizance.

The Billerica Police Department in Massachusetts arrested the Brazilian national Aug. 2, 2023, for the offenses of unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and no inspection sticker. Those charges were later dismissed.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) photo.

On Dec. 20, 2023, the Milford Police Department issued a warrant for his arrest for the charges of rape of child and enticement of a child under 16.

The Portland, Maine, Police Department arrested the Brazilian noncitizen Jan. 10, 2024, for the offense of fugitive from justice, stemming from a warrant issued by the Milford Police Department, for the child rape and enticement charges. Maine’s Cumberland County Jail transported him to the custody of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office in Massachusetts.

ERO Boston lodged an immigration detainer against the Brazilian noncitizen with the Cumberland County Jail. The immigration detainer was provided to the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office upon transfer of the Brazilian national.

The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office transported the noncitizen to the Milford District Court in Massachusetts Jan. 18, 2024. The Milford District Court arraigned him on the charges and the criminal court judge set a $5,000 bail with GPS monitoring requirements.

On Jan. 25, the Milford District Court failed to honor ERO Boston’s immigration detainer and released the noncitizen from custody after he paid $5,000 in bail.

Deportation officers from ERO Boston apprehended the 20-year-old Brazilian noncitizen March 28 near his residence in Lowell, Massachusetts.

As part of its mission to identify and arrest removable noncitizens, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ERO lodges immigration detainers against noncitizens who have been arrested for criminal activity and taken into custody by state or local law enforcement. An immigration detainer is a request from ICE to state or local law enforcement agencies to notify ICE as early as possible before a removable noncitizen is released from their custody. Detainers request that state or local law enforcement agencies maintain custody of the noncitizen for a period not to exceed 48 hours beyond the time the individual would otherwise be released, allowing ERO to assume custody for removal purposes in accordance with federal law.

Detainers are critical public safety tools because they focus enforcement resources on removable noncitizens who have been arrested for criminal activity. Detainers increase the safety of all parties involved — ERO personnel, law enforcement officials, removable noncitizens and the public — by allowing an arrest to be made in a secure and controlled custodial setting as opposed to at-large within the community. Because detainers result in the direct transfer of a noncitizen from state or local custody to ERO custody, they also minimize the potential that an individual will reoffend. Additionally, detainers conserve scarce government resources by allowing ERO to take criminal noncitizens into custody directly rather than expending resources locating these individuals at-large.

ERO conducts removals of individuals without a lawful basis to remain in the United States, including at the order of immigration judges with DOJ’s Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). EOIR is a separate entity from the Department of Homeland Security and ICE. Immigration judges in these courts make decisions based on the merits of each individual case, determining if a noncitizen is subject to a final order of removal or eligible for certain forms of relief from removal.

As one of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) three operational directorates, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) is the principal federal law enforcement authority in charge of domestic immigration enforcement. ERO’s mission is to protect the homeland through the arrest and removal of those who undermine the safety of U.S. communities and the integrity of U.S. immigration laws, and its primary areas of focus are interior enforcement operations, management of the agency’s detained and non-detained populations, and repatriation of noncitizens who have received final orders of removal. ERO’s workforce consists of more than 7,700 law enforcement and non-law enforcement support personnel across 25 domestic field offices and 208 locations nationwide, 30 overseas postings, and multiple temporary duty travel assignments along the border.

Members of the public with information regarding child sex offenders are encouraged to report crimes or suspicious activity by dialing the ICE Tip Line at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form.”-U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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The following is a response to Betty Ussach’s Opinion piece, entitles, “It’s distressing that people support Netanyahu, Trump’s narcissistic, destructive agendas”.

“The constant blaming of everything wrong is Trump’s fault, known as Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS), is living in a certain author’s gray matter permanently now. Hamas attacking Israel and Israel’s response is somehow interconnected to Trump. Can’t make this up! Trump had every right to exercise all legal options to the bogus charges, many under novel legal theories. We still have due process!

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But you wouldn’t know that if you only watch TDS news stations which most are. Bibi had every right to defend his country and ensure the enemy is completely defeated, never to be attacked again in an ambush of innocent civilians. Rapes, beheadings and torture are all acceptable to the author, just be compassionate in your response. Shameful! Hamas has taken billions of dollars and used it for war purposes, building tunnels under hospitals and buying weapons all with the intent on destroying Israel, with the support of the Palestinian people.

There isn’t much room for compassion when the enemy butchers your citizens in an unprovoked act of war. The founding principles of any nation are to ensure the safety and sovereignty of its citizens and country. Principles obviously devoid as expressed in the opinion piece. Again, somehow Trump is lumped in with the war as losing international respect for each nation.

What Trump supposedly has to do with the Israel/Hamas conflict is further proof of TDS. Conversely, while Trump was President, the world was at peace, initiated the Abraham Accords and brought great economic improvement to all economies and demographics. Facts not acknowledge by those suffering TDS.

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The most delusional statement of all is believing the American new media is the most accurate! Now that’s one hallucination! It has been proven over and over that most “main stream” news media, that the author watches, has been proven to lie, misstate, take out of context and distort the truth to continue the hatred of DT.

Russia Gate-False, Laptop-Real, FISA Abuse-True, Hillary falsely started Russia to deflect from her email scandal-True, the list goes on and on, but you wouldn’t know it if you watched Fake News. Hence the continued TDS living in many people’s gray matter.

Lastly, when did it become a “destructive agenda” to put America and Americans first and bring back jobs moved overseas due to cheap labor and little or no environmental regulations to ensure the well being of our citizen’s first? Patriotism is not a destructive agenda! Unfortunately the hatred made people vote personality over policy.

The Fake News did their job, Orange Man Bad! Look what we have now; world wars, inflation, open borders with known terrorists already here, rampant gang crime and soaring energy costs that nobody can afford. The tide is turning and when DJ becomes 47 I hope those suffering from TDS, get help and be prepared for more world peace and God blessing America again.”-Nelson Strebor.

“The Trial Court has issued the following order effective for the Commonwealth v. Karen Read trial, which begins tomorrow with jury selection:

“COURT ORDER: It is, hereby, ordered that no individual may demonstrate in any manner, including carrying signs or placards, within 200 feet of the courthouse complex during trial of this case, unless otherwise ordered by this Court. This complex includes the Norfolk Superior courthouse building and the parking area behind the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building. Individuals are also prohibited from using audio enhancing devices while protesting.

“It is further ordered that no individuals will be permitted to wear or exhibit any buttons, photographs, clothing, or insignia, relating to the case pending against the defendant or relating to any trial participant, in the courthouse during the trial. Law enforcement officers who are testifying or are members of the audience are also prohibited from wearing their department issued uniforms or any police emblems in the courthouse.”-Massachusetts State Police.

“She did everything RIGHT…

Michaela noticed this mangey fox hanging around her house. Once the fox went into her garage, she closed possible exits and called us. We didn’t have to chase this already compromised animal. He crawled into her garage and fell asleep. Next thing he knew, he was in a carrier being brought to the rescue.

He is in rough shape. He is dealing with mange and a slow clotting time (likely from rat poison). We will be tending to him night and day until he is stable.

Thank Michaela, for giving this young red fox a second chance at the wonderful life deserves.”-Newhouse Wildlife Rescue.

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UPDATE at 10:25am:

“Someone is feeling better this morning. ❤️ Now that he’s all hydrated, we will begin treatment for mange. He is also being treated secondary rodenticide poisoning, skin infections, eye infections, roundworms, hookworms and whipworms.
His treatment will likely take about 6 weeks.

He’s tough and we believe he will pull through. ❤️”-Newhouse Wildlife Rescue.

Newhouse Wildlife Rescue photo.

“The fire occurred at 16 Bernards Way tonight (4/13), it was discovered just after 5 pm when a neighborhood child saw fire venting from a window on the back side of the house. A phone call to 911 followed and firefighters were enroute by 5:15 pm.

A full recall of firefighters was transmitted due to the report of the house fire. A working fire assignment was requested by the Chief before arrival due to information from the scene.

Engine 2 and Car 1 arrived first, conflicting reports about the whereabouts of the occupants necessitated an aggressive attack on the fire and a search of the home. Engine 2 crew stretched a 1 ¾ attack line into the home for extinguishment.

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Next arriving Engine 1 conducted a search for victims, but none were found. Car 2 and Tower Ladder 1 arrived on the scene, with the ladder assigned to ventilation of the structure.

An Engine from Raynham covered the Lakeville Fire Station during the fire.

A neighbor helped keep some of the fire in check by spraying water into a window where the fire was venting. Despite those actions, interior firefighters were faced with heavy smoke and zero visibility. Upon locating the seat of the fire, crews quickly extinguished the remaining fire.

The family of four was not home at the time of the fire, they did respond back home upon notification of the fire. The home was uninhabitable due to the fire damage, and the Red Cross is assisting the family with securing shelter for the night.
An attached neighboring home (duplex) was not damaged; the residents were temporarily displaced due to elevated carbon monoxide levels. The neighbor’s home was ventilated and made safe.

Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.

Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department BCI responded to the scene for investigation assistance. The Building Inspector Nate Darling assisted with the investigation and securing of the home. All responders were clear of the scene by 8:00 pm.

Notes:

• A couple of firsts… This was the first call for our new Tower Ladder! This was the first fire for FF PJ Machunski and Brett Morse.
• FF Neal Severance graduated from the fire academy only yesterday.

Strong work fellas! The Delisle Family discovered the fire; they are the family that firefighters recently assisted after the birth of Annabelle in their home.”-Lakeville, MA Fire Department.

Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.

Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.

“This week, City of New Bedford Emergency Management placed their new Fire & Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Unit in service.

This unit will respond to all fire and emergency scenes where responders, displaced residents, and civilians can take shelter during inclement weather in all seasons. The Emergency Management Agency is a division of the Fire Department.

This unit carries an array of tents, heating and cooling units, blankets, and other supplies. The unit is staffed by EMA Director Brian Nobrega and his mostly volunteer staff. These volunteers respond all hours of the day and night, including weekends and holidays. Their dedication is appreciated by all. They assist with fire and emergency scene rehab and provide victim assistance to those in need.

These services allow the NBFD to be compliant with NFPA 1584 Standard on the Rehabilitation Process for Members During Emergency Operations and Training Exercises. EMA personnel also assist the Fire Investigators, American Red Cross, and NBPD and NBEMS with victim services and obtaining their information and needs.”-New Bedford Fire Department.

A typical Fire & Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Unit. Mass.gov photo.
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Throughout April, we are rolling daily high visibility enforcement patrols across Mass. as part of a nationwide distracted driving enforcement campaign.

Keep your eyes on the road, not your phone, or you could face a fine, or much worse. #JustDrive #DistractedDriving #EyesOnTheRoad NHTSA”-Massachusetts State Police.

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“As we begin this pilot of new sign designs for buses that are intended to improve our riders’ experience and provide clear information at bus stops, we are asking for public feedback to best ensure we are meeting your expectations,” said MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng

This week, we launched a pilot to redesign bus stop signs in an effort to improve their accessibility and visibility. In the coming weeks, we’ll be hosting eight pop-up events at pilot bus stops to gather rider feedback on the pilot.

This bus stop signage pilot comes in advance of anticipated bus service changes to come as part of the Bus Network Redesign Program.”-Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.

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Delegation from U.S. Conference of Mayors met with Israeli and Palestinian officials on trip sponsored by Project Interchange.

“NEW BEDFORD – Mayor Jon Mitchell chaired a group of U.S. Mayors on a trip to Israel earlier this week on behalf of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the leading organization representing American cities. Mayor Mitchell is a member of USCM’s Board of Trustees.

The delegation spent four days in Israel meeting with municipal leaders, academics, business leaders, and experts from both Israel and Palestine. They also held discussions with released hostages and their families, and others coordinating humanitarian aid in the region. Site visits included Tel-Aviv, Jerusalem, and the city of Sderot on the border with Gaza. In the Oct. 7, 2023 attack by the terror group Hamas, 70 civilians, including 20 police officers, were murdered in Sderot.

Mayor Mitchell was back at City Hall on Friday.

“Although this is the USCM’s fourth mayoral delegation to Israel, the issues in the region today are more relevant than ever to Americans,” Mayor Mitchell said. “The current conflict is widening the political fault lines in our country, and I believe that it is important for mayors, as the leaders of their cities, to take opportunities like this to deepen their understanding of a situation that, as everyone can agree, is complicated and difficult.”

The trip was sponsored by a joint program between the USCM and the American Jewish Committee’s Project Interchange, which facilitates exchanges between Israeli, Palestinian, European, and American officials. The mission of the program is to enhance Americans’ understanding of the region’s politics by exposing mayors to diverse perspectives and promoting new and mutually beneficial relationships with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. This is the program’s fourth mayoral delegation to Israel, which was funded entirely by the program.

Participants included Mayor Daniel Rickman of Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Travis Stovall of Gresham, Oregon, and officials from the USCM and AJC. Based on security considerations, the USCM requested that members of the delegation refrain from announcing the trip beforehand or releasing details of the itinerary prior to return.”-City of New Bedford.

“BOSTON – A Dominican man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for reentering the United States and distributing fentanyl after previously being deported.

Juan Carlos Santos-Ocasio, a/k/a “Cristhian Aybar-Done,” 44, of the Dominican Republic, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Leo T. Sorokin to six years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release. He will be subject to deportation upon the completion of his sentence. In October 2023, Santos-Ocasio pleaded guilty to one count each of distribution of and possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of Fentanyl and unlawful reentry of deported alien.

In October 2007, Santos-Ocasio was arrested in the Bronx, N.Y. for heroin distribution conspiracy. In November 2008, Santos-Ocasio pleaded guilty in the Eastern District of New York and was subsequently sentenced to 37 months in prison. He was removed from the United States upon completion of his sentence in the summer of 2010.

Sometime after his removal, Santos-Ocasio reentered the United States unlawfully. In November 2022, he was arrested in Lawrence, Mass. for reentering the United States without authorization. In addition to being in the U.S. without authorization, Santos-Ocasio also distributed 40 grams or more of fentanyl.

Acting United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy; Stephen Belleau, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration, New England Field Division; Todd M. Lyons, Field Office Director, Boston, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Enforcement and Removal Operations; and John E. Mawn Jr., Interim Colonel of the Massachusetts State Police made the announcement today. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kaitlin Brown of the Worcester Branch Office prosecuted the case.”-Massachusetts Department of Justice.