ICE Boston arrests Brazilian alien charged with assault, battery in Massachusetts

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apprehended an illegally present Brazilian alien charged with assault and battery on a family member when officers arrested Weliton Pires-Dos Santos, 39, in Framingham Jan. 26.

“Weliton Pires-Dos Santos illegally came to this country and refused to abide by our laws,” said ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston acting Field Office Director Patricia H. Hyde. “Pires victimized a family member and presents a threat to the residents of our Massachusetts communities. ICE stands committed to prioritizing the safety of our public by arresting and removing criminal alien offenders from our New England neighborhoods.”

The U.S. Border Patrol arrested Pires Nov. 30, 2021, after he illegally entered the United States near San Luis, Arizona. The Border Patrol served Pires with a notice to appear and released him on his own recognizance.

Officers from the Framingham Police Department arrested Pires Nov. 20, 2023, for assault and battery on a family member.

ICE lodged an immigration detainer against Pires later that day with the Framingham Police Department, which refused to honor the detainer and released Pires from custody.

Pires remains in ICE custody following his arrest.

Members of the public can report crimes and suspicious activity by dialing 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form.

Learn more about ICE’s mission to increase public safety in our communities on X: @EROBoston