Berkan Karamurtlu, a Turkish national, has been detained by ICE after multiple arrests for assault and intimidation charges in Somerville. His incarceration has sparked controversy over local jurisdictions ignoring ICE detainers. Initially released by the Somerville District Court despite an ICE detainer, Karamurtlu re-offended shortly after his release, leading to a second arrest. ICE officials emphasize the risks posed when local courts disregard these detainers, highlighting the importance of adhering to federal immigration authorities to ensure community safety.
This is a tragic example of what can go wrong when local jurisdictions refuse to honor immigration detainers, ICE official Patricia H. Hyde stated.
Karamurtlu faces charges of assault and battery against a household member, witness intimidation, and assault and battery on an intellectually disabled person.
ICE lodged an immigration detainer against Karamurtlu after his first arraignment, but the Somerville District Court ignored it and released him.
ICE Boston will continue to prioritize public safety by apprehending and removing egregious offenders like Karamurtlu from the community.
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