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Maine Police Officer Arrested by ICE for Visa Overstay and Attempted Firearm Purchase

An officer serving as a reserve police officer in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, has been arrested by ICE for allegedly overstaying his visa and attempting to purchase a firearm illegally. Authorities confirmed that the detained officer, a Jamaican national, had filled out the necessary paperwork and had previously passed a federal background check to gain employment. However, ICE stated that he was in the U.S. illegally, leading to his arrest. The local police chief expressed concern over the situation, insisting that the hiring process was properly adhered to, and suggested there may have been an error by the Department of Homeland Security regarding his immigration status.
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