Massachusetts Police Called to Maintain Peace During ICE Detention
The Fitchburg police clarified that they do not enforce federal immigration laws. Their role is to ensure peace and safety during immigration enforcement actions.
Initial Assistance Request
On Thursday morning, ICE agents attempted to detain a woman on Kimball Street during a traffic stop. ICE contacted police around 7:10 a.m. for help, prompting the department to dispatch one patrol officer and one supervisor to assess the situation.
The department stated, "Our role was to keep the peace and ensure safety for the public and agents."
Scene Clearance and Re-emergence of Tension
Police cleared the scene after confirming ICE agents were not in danger but responded again at approximately 8:03 a.m. due to a gathering crowd, which the officers described as hostile.
- Three officers were sent to evaluate the crowd.
- Additional units arrived as the situation escalated.
- Part of Kimball Street was closed off to manage the scene.
Detention Completion
By 8:57 a.m., ICE agents successfully completed their apprehension and detained the woman. Police emphasized their non-involvement in federal immigration enforcement and their focus on maintaining order during law enforcement activities.
Author's Summary
This report details Fitchburg Police's role in maintaining peace during ICE's detention of a woman, highlighting their non-enforcement stance and response to crowd hostility.
More News
- How former Gonzaga stars perform in NBA
- Pelicans' Questionable Offseason Trade Looks Better After Saddiq Bey's Rise
- Spurs' Kelly Olynyk: Ongoing Decline in Playing Time and Role
- F1 2026 : Lancements, livrées et premiers indices d'une révolution en piste
- JUST IN: Kelly Olynyk has been waived by the San Antonio Spurs
- Hamilton urges Ferrari to make 'personnel changes' ahead of F1 2026
- Tampa Bay Lightning vs. New York Islanders - Game Highlights
- Lando Norris wins his first F1 title despite Max Verstappen victory: Live updates and reaction
- How to watch Islanders vs. Lightning: TV channel and streaming options for December 6
- Jack Osbourne breaks silence on jungle feud with Kelly Brook