ICE Arrests Massachusetts Woman Amidst Family Dispute and Community Outcry

Worcester Woman Arrested by ICE After Assault Charge Worcester, MA – Rosane Ferreira de Oliveira, a 40-year-old Massachusetts woman, was arrested by ICE agents on May 14, 2025, following an incident where she allegedly assaulted her pregnant 16-year-old daughter. The arrest unfolded amidst protests from dozens of neighbors. The Department of Homeland Security described Ms. Oliveira as a "violent criminal illegal alien," but her family disputes this characterization, claiming the charges arose from a family dispute. Video footage shows Ms. Oliveira being apprehended by ICE and local police officers. The scene is tense, with neighbors expressing their concerns and outrage. Worcester City Council member Etel Haxhiaj addressed the situation at a press conference, stating, "It shouldn't matter what district it is, it's any street of our city. It is not only inhumane, it should be unacceptable from the people at the top, to the people in the middle, to every single one of us." Before her arrest, Ms. Oliveira had been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. Following her arrest, she appeared in court, where a judge set a bench trial date for July 18th. She is currently being held at the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility in Rhode Island. The incident highlights the complexities of immigration enforcement and the emotional impact on families. The upcoming trial will determine the legal consequences for Ms. Oliveira.