Hundreds of protesters gathered near Tufts University's campus on Wednesday, demanding the release of doctoral student Rumeysa Ozturk. Ozturk, a Turkish national with a valid student visa, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, according to her attorney. The attorney stated that Ozturk was walking home when individuals believed to be ICE agents, some wearing masks, took her into custody.
The detention has sparked outrage among students and faculty at Tufts, who are calling for transparency and accountability from ICE. Protesters argue that Ozturk's detention is unjust, given her valid student visa and her contributions to the university community. They are demanding her immediate release and a review of ICE's procedures for detaining international students.
ICE has not yet released an official statement regarding the detention. The case is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
Tufts Student's Detention Sparks Protests Near Campus
Hundreds protested near Tufts University after doctoral student Rumeysa Ozturk was detained by ICE agents. Ozturk, a Turkish national with a valid student visa, was reportedly taken into custody while walking home. Her attorney is calling for her immediate release, citing the legality of her student status. The incident has raised concerns about immigration enforcement tactics.
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