Attorney General calls for ICE transparency after Milford High student's detention

In a recent government meeting, concerns were raised about the detention of a Milford High School student by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The 18-year-old honors student, who has lived in Milford since childhood and is active in school sports, was apprehended while en route to volleyball practice. Local officials expressed outrage over the lack of information regarding the circumstances of his detention, emphasizing that there is no evidence of any criminal involvement on his part.

The Governor highlighted the emotional toll this incident has taken on the student’s family and community, calling for transparency from ICE. "Unless ICE has additional information that would substantiate that this individual had some criminal involvement, he should be released," the Governor stated, underscoring the need for due process and accountability.

The discussion also touched on broader issues of public safety and community trust. The Governor noted that while ICE has a role in removing individuals with criminal backgrounds, there have been numerous reports of non-criminal individuals being detained, which has created fear and anxiety within communities. "We need an explanation," the Governor urged, calling for ICE to provide clear information about those arrested and the reasons behind their detentions.

As the meeting concluded, the Governor reiterated the importance of transparency and accountability in law enforcement actions, stressing that all government entities must act in ways that promote public safety and community well-being. The community awaits further updates from ICE, hoping for a resolution that addresses their concerns and restores trust.