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Bristol Sheriff vs ICE Over Detainer | Providence News
Bristol County Sheriff’s Office faces renewed scrutiny from ICE over the release of Brazilian national Heriton Da Silva Aredes, who was freed on bail before federal authorities could act — sparking accusations of negligence and missed opportunities to prevent further harm. While ICE claims this is the third time Aredes has slipped through the cracks despite prior detainers and a history of violent convictions, Sheriff Paul Heroux defends his office’s actions, citing a 2017 Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling that bars local jails from holding inmates solely on ICE requests. The standoff…
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