ICE Files Detainer for Illegal Immigrant Accused in Toddler's Death
ICE has filed a detainer for an individual accused of leaving a 14-month-old unattended in a bathtub, resulting in the child's death. The incident occurred in North Carolina.
ICE has filed a detainer against an individual accused of leaving his 14-month-old stepchild unattended in a bathtub. The child allegedly drowned. The detainer was filed with North Carolina authorities. The individual is an illegal immigrant, according to DHS. The detainer requests that the individual be held for pickup by ICE upon release from local custody. ICE files detainers to ensure that individuals who may be deportable are not released from custody before immigration authorities can take custody.
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What is an ICE detainer?
An ICE detainer is a request to a local law enforcement agency to hold an individual for up to 48 hours so that ICE can take custody of the person. The detainer is typically filed when ICE believes the individual may be deportable.
Why did ICE file a detainer in this case?
ICE filed a detainer because the individual accused in the toddler's death is believed to be an illegal immigrant and may be deportable.
What happens if the individual is held by ICE?
If the individual is taken into custody by ICE, they may face deportation proceedings. The individual could also face criminal charges related to the toddler's death.
Is the individual accused of a crime?
Yes, the individual is accused of leaving a 14-month-old child unattended in a bathtub, resulting in the child's death.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred in North Carolina, according to ICE and DHS.
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