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Massachusetts community rallies to free Milford student detained by ICE

Lawyers will seek bond at a Thursday hearing after a federal judge barred his removal from Massachusetts.

Marcelo Gomes Da Silva, 18, has been in the country since 2013, his attorney says.
Marcelo Gomes da Silva was arrested on his way to volleyball practice with his friends.
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Family and classmates of Marcelo Gomes Da Silva protest outside of Milford Town Hall after the teen was detained by ICE on his way to volleyball practice.

Overview

  • ICE arrested 18-year-old Marcelo Gomes Da Silva on May 31 during the final day of Operation Patriot, detaining him in a stop aimed at his father while he was driving to volleyball practice.
  • On June 1, a federal judge ordered that he remain in Massachusetts for at least 72 hours to allow an immigration judge to review his case.
  • Students and staff have staged a walkout and protests, Milford High’s volleyball team dedicated its home playoff game to him and a fundraiser has collected nearly $40,000 for his defense.
  • His attorney says he entered the U.S. in 2013 on a B-2 visa and later held a student visa, and plans to seek asylum on the grounds that he has no criminal record and strong community ties.
  • His initial immigration hearing is scheduled for June 5, when his lawyers will request his release on bond.