ICE surge? Sightings of the agency spike in Lowell

ICE surge? Sightings of the agency spike in Lowell

LOWELL — Sightings of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents around Lowell have once again gained attention, with photos and videos circulating on social media showing federal agents stationed around the city. On Thursday, a photo was shared of individuals appearing to be federal agents in tactical vests situated in the parking lot outside the ABC Nail Spa and Eyelash at 239 Church St. in the morning. By the time the business opened, th…

By Sarah BetancourtIf you want to read it in English, visit GBH News. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is arresting and arresting people in the Boston area in much higher numbers over the past week, community and immigrant rights organizations have reported to GBH News. ICE detention videos have been reported and disseminated on social media in cities such as Worcester, Framingham, Waltham, Boston and other areas. According to LUCE…

Local groups report major spike in ICE detentions around Massachusetts

From people with no criminal records, claims of mistaken identity, to one person with a sex crime charge against a child: immigration enforcement is up. And locals are wary.