ICE detains legally present Maine resident after traffic stop
Jan 25, 2026·Location: Scarborough, ME

Mirian, a legally present resident of the United States who recently graduated from college, was followed by ICE from Westbrook to Scarborough, Maine. She was ordered to pull over during a traffic stop and was subsequently detained by ICE. Her family is seeking community support for her release.
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