Feds say Everett ‘notified’ them of 13-year-old’s arrest as mayor denies city called ICE

Arrest of 13-year-old Brazilian National Sparks Controversy

Everett officials and federal authorities are at odds over the arrest of a 13-year-old Brazilian national.

The Department of Homeland Security stated that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents detained the boy after local police "contacted federal law enforcement and notified them" of the arrest.

"We did not call ICE,"

said Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria, denying city involvement with ICE. The incident has sparked a heated debate, with both sides pointing fingers.

Author's summary: Everett officials deny calling ICE.

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