BOSTON — Federal immigration officials have arrested a female fugitive in Massachusetts who is wanted in China for embezzlement, criminal conversion, fraud, and felony drug trafficking, officials said Wednesday.
The unidentified fugitive was arrested by federal officers with the help of Needham Police on Jan. 23, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials said in a statement.
Authorities released a photograph of the woman’s at the time of her arrest. Her face is blurred in the photograph.
“ERO Boston’s successful apprehension of this fugitive highlights our ongoing commitment to enforcing immigration laws and protecting U.S. communities,” ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations acting Boston Field Office Director Patricia Hyde said in a statement.
“We will continue to prioritize public safety by arresting and removing any criminal alien who attempts to remain in our New England neighborhoods in an effort to evade criminal prosecution,” Hyde said.
The fugitive lawfully entered the United States as a temporary visitor in May 2019. She did not leave the U.S. as required by August 2019, Hyde said.
The unidentified woman remains in federal custody.
“Arresting this foreign fugitive and criminal alien underscores the importance of our collaboration with local law enforcement to safeguard public safety and uphold the integrity of our immigration system,” said Hyde.
Anyone with information regarding child sex offenders, crimes or suspicious activity can report to investigators by dialing the ICE Tip Line at 866-347-2423 or completing the online tip form.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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