US EditionICE agents attempt to detain man at Rochester government center
- On Tuesday, May 20, ICE agents attempted to detain 40-year-old Francisco Javier Montoya at Rochester's city-county Government Center during his court sentencing.
- The attempt followed Montoya's sentencing for a gross misdemeanor harassment charge related to an incident from February, with some agents identified in plain clothes and tactical gear.
- At least four ICE agents arrived by 11 a.m. And left around 12:30 p.m., after which Montoya left aided by representatives from Indivisible 507 and COPAL who responded to a call about ICE presence.
- Leaders advocating for immigrants criticized the incident, highlighting that courthouses should serve as secure locations for upholding justice rather than sites that endanger members of immigrant communities. Meanwhile, Montoya voiced his fear, telling family members, "I hope to see my kids again."
- The event highlighted concerns that ICE activity in legal spaces deters victims and witnesses, threatening public safety and trust in the legal system, as this marked at least the second ICE appearance in Rochester this year.
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