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Judge Grants $2,000 Bond to Massachusetts Teen Detained by ICE

Community demonstrations combined with a court-imposed transfer ban bolstered support for his bond release.

Supporters of Marcelo Gomes da Silva of Milford cheer after hearing he would be released, outside of the Lowell Immigration Court in Chelmsford, June 5, 2025.
Classmates react and celebrate after an immigration judge ordered released on bond Marcelo Gomes da Silva, a high school student from Milford who was detained by Immigration and Enforcement (ICE), outside the Immigration court in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, U.S., June 5, 2025. REUTERS/Brian Snyder
Classmates and relatives react and celebrate after an immigration judge ordered released on bond Marcelo Gomes da Silva, a high school student from Milford who was detained by Immigration and Enforcement (ICE), outside the Immigration court in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, U.S., June 5, 2025. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

Overview

  • On May 31 ICE agents pulled over and detained 18-year-old Marcelo Gomes da Silva as he drove his father’s car to volleyball practice in Milford.
  • Immigration Judge Jenny Beverly granted him a $2,000 bond on June 5 after determining he is not dangerous despite a slight flight risk.
  • A U.S. District Judge barred his transfer out of Massachusetts without 48 hours’ notice, preserving his ability to remain near family during proceedings.
  • Community members and classmates rallied in support, highlighting his clean record and character letters from local residents.
  • Gomes da Silva, who arrived at age five on a student visa that has since lapsed, intends to apply for asylum following his release.