‘They just left him there’: Waltham city councilor details ICE interaction that left boy stranded alone

Waltham City Councilor Colleen Bradley-MacArthur has expressed concerns about the increased intensity of ICE activities in the area, leading to a climate of fear.

Recently, Bradley-MacArthur was notified that ICE agents were conducting operations near Waltham City Hall. She went to investigate and found federal agents in tactical gear. Despite feeling scared during her first direct interaction with ICE, she and other volunteers recorded the scene. The agents eventually left, leaving behind a boy who had witnessed a family member being detained.

Bradley-MacArthur remains angry about the incident and believes ICE operations in Waltham have become more severe. She hopes elected officials will engage with the community to address the situation. The Waltham Police Department confirmed they were not involved in the ICE operations and have been working to build trust with residents through community engagement sessions.

The incident in Waltham is one of many that have sparked outrage among Massachusetts residents. Bradley-MacArthur is concerned about the escalating tensions and potential backlash at the federal level. She continues to monitor ICE activities in the area and advocates for community awareness and engagement.