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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Catherine Armecin Martin

Fury as ICE Arrests Rape Victim Moments After She Left Court To Testify Against Her Attacker

Imagine walking into a hall of justice to testify against your abuser, only to be pinned down and arrested by federal agents the moment you step outside. For one woman in New Jersey, this nightmare became a reality—turning a place meant to offer legal protection into a hunting ground for the vulnerable, who can become easy targets for ICE officers due to their immigration status.

The incident has reignited a fierce national debate over the ethics of immigration enforcement within the judicial system. Advocates argue that such tactics discourage victims from reporting violent crimes, effectively granting immunity to predators who target undocumented individuals.

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