Massachusetts Teen Detained by ICE Sparks Outrage

Zeneyda Barrera, an 18-year-old from Lynn, Massachusetts, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a minor domestic incident involving her 12-year-old brother. Despite having no criminal record and being legally authorized to work in the U.S., Barrera was taken into custody following a court appearance where she was expected to enter a diversion program. Her detention has led to outrage among her family, who are seeking asylum, and has caused dismay among local officials who believed ICE would target violent criminals only. Barrera's family and attorney express concern that such actions could discourage the community from contacting police in genuine emergencies. The Lynn police department claims they did not inform ICE of Barrera's arraignment, and the case has sparked calls for legislation to prevent local law enforcement collaboration with ICE. Barrera remains in custody at the Cumberland County Jail in Maine, and her family is struggling to understand the situation.