A A 17-year-old McMinnville High School student, a US citizen, was arrested by federal agents Subordinate Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Icefor its abbreviation in English) and Border Patrolduring lunch break. The episode that happened in Oregonputting federal actions under the magnifying glass once again at the time Increased scrutiny on Arrests include citizens and legal residents.
according to Oregon Liveyoung man, Born in Newburgh A student in the final year, He was driving his father’s Ford F-150 truck around 12:30 p.m. (local time) when Border Patrol agents stopped his car.. His older brother shared videos in which the teen claimed to officers that he was a US citizen.
The officer reportedly responded: “Get out of the car” and “I don’t care,” before breaking the driver’s side window to stop him.. Arrest It happened off campusduring lunch time. The minor was released on the same day shortly before 7 p.m.
Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Tricia McLaughlinoffered to Newsweek A A different version and framed in a larger process.
He said in his statement: “On November 21.” Border Patrol agents In Yamhill County a blue Chevy Tahoe followed her for several miles. The second vehicle A A Ford F-150 truck appeared on scene and moved in conjunction with the Tahoe to obstruct the customersPreventing their movement and obstructing them.”
He explained that Officers requested assistance from Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and upon arrival the driver of the F-150 fled the scene. He was later arrested along with the driver of the Tahoe. Isaias Eduardo Soto Elias is a 20-year-old American citizen.
“Both individuals They were taken to the ERO office in Portland For further investigation and federal prosecution for obstruction Federal law enforcement officersMcLaughlin said.
After learning of his arrest Admin McMinnville School District, Courtney VerwaSend a message to parents to inform them His son was detained outside school during lunchtime by federal agents.
He confirmed that the area Do not share information with agency immigration authorities without a court order. “Our goal is to keep our schools operating with a safe and predictable routine, which is… It is best for all our studentsHe mentioned in the report, according to the aforementioned media.
He also highlighted the impact of the episode on the educational community: “We care deeply about the safety of our students. “Experiencing an emotional event like this can impact all of our students.”
The aforementioned media outlets highlighted that the Trump administration is promoting Large-scale deportationwith procedures in countries such as Oregon, California and Illinois.
In that context, Arrests of American citizens were recorded During federal interventions, which generates Concern between organizations and communities.
“This incident is not isolated and reflects a growing and dangerous trend of people… They use cars to impede and obstruct law enforcement officerssaid Deputy Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security McLaughlin.
“Our forces Facing a 1,000% increase in attacks as dangerous criminals are arrested and expelled from the United States. “Anyone who obstructs, obstructs, or attacks a federal agent will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” the official concluded.