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Witness arrested by ICE at courthouse during trial, mistrial declared

Jun 5, 2025 · Sioux Falls, SD

Witness arrested by ICE at courthouse during trial, mistrial declared

ICE arrested a witness at the Minnehaha County Courthouse in Sioux Falls while the person was testifying in a trial. The arrest occurred in front of the witness's wife and baby while jurors were on break. The judge immediately declared a mistrial. The Public Defender's Office noted that the witness had been legally subpoenaed and that the defendant is a U.S. citizen, expressing concern that such arrests could deter witnesses from testifying in future cases, particularly in immigrant communities.

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