The family of a teenager from Massachusetts who was detained recorded an emotional plea asking ICE officials to release Marcelo Gomes da Silva. The 18-year-old is currently being held in an immigration detention center after being pulled over by police.
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- Marcelo Gomez Da Silva, a high school honors student, was detained by ICE after being pulled over by police. 14s
- The Department of Homeland Security stated the operation targeted Gomez Da Silva's father, who is in the country illegally. 29s
- Gomez Da Silva entered the US lawfully on a B2 visa in 2013 and later received a student visa, which has since lapsed. 50s
- His attorney says he has no criminal history and plans to apply for asylum. 1m 9s
- The community has raised nearly $40,000 to support his legal and court expenses. 1m 14s