Cumberland County corrections officer detained by ICE in South Portland
Aug 27, 2026·Location: South Portland, ME

Corrections Officer Bill Bassikissa Bounguiena was detained by ICE in South Portland in June 2026. The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office said he had been hired in August 2024, had no discipline issues, and 'demonstrated dedication to his duties' by often working overtime. He held an employment authorization document confirming he could legally work in the United States until 2030, and the Sheriff's Office said it had no additional information about why ICE detained him.
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