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After Everett police arrested a 13-year-old boy over an alleged violent threat at school, Immigration and Customs Enforcement took him within hours, leaving his mother, Josiele Berto, searching for answers. Officials disagree on key facts: a DHS spokesperson claimed the teen had a gun and a knife; Everett’s mayor said no firearm was found. A judge demanded ICE justify the detention or offer bond; later, the case was moved to Virginia after the boy was transferred. Community members are urging his release as his family’s asylum case remains pending.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.