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U.S. authorities confirmed that the man arrested on Thursday morning, causing an evacuation at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in Miramar, Florida, was of Cuban nationality.
The incident occurred around 7:15 a.m. when the Cuban migrant underwent a review process at the ICE facilities and it was discovered that he was carrying a white powder substance that triggered an emergency protocol, reported Fox News.
After seeing the small bag with the powder, a security guard stated that he had begun to feel unwell.
This forced the authorities to evacuate the building and to quarantine the people present while investigations were conducted to identify the nature of the dust.
Specialized hazardous materials (Hazmat) teams arrived at the scene dressed in protective suits and masks, while tracking dogs were deployed to inspect the area.
The affected security guard was transported on a stretcher to the hospital, while it was unknown whether he had been exposed directly to the dust or if the symptoms were caused by proximity to it or by a psychological issue.
The Cuban migrant was also hospitalized as a precautionary measure, but both were discharged shortly thereafter.
Although it has not been officially confirmed, it is speculated that the suspicious substance could be "cascarilla" or some other element related to santería practices, used by some Cuban migrants with the intention of avoiding detention or deportation.
The Cuban man was arrested by ICE and is facing criminal charges related to the incident.
The incident occurs in a context of intensified immigration operations under the Trump administration, which has adopted a more aggressive approach to deporting illegal immigrants, especially those with criminal records.
The Miramar Fire Department and the Broward Sheriff's Fire Department also responded to the emergency call, and operations at the ICE facilities were resumed at 9:45 a.m. after receiving the "all clear."
Frequently Asked Questions about the Incident at the ICE Offices in Miramar
What was the reason for the evacuation of the ICE offices in Miramar?
The evacuation of the ICE offices in Miramar was prompted by the discovery of a suspicious white powder carried by a Cuban migrant. This incident triggered an emergency protocol to assess the nature of the substance.
What measures were taken after the discovery of the suspicious powder in Miramar?
The authorities evacuated the building and quarantined the people present while specialized hazardous materials (Hazmat) teams inspected the area. Operations at the ICE facilities resumed after receiving the "all clear" at 9:45 a.m.
What is the nationality of the man arrested in the incident at ICE Miramar?
The man arrested following the incident at the ICE offices in Miramar is of Cuban nationality. He was arrested and is facing criminal charges related to the incident.
What is speculated about the nature of the dust found in the ICE Miramar incident?
Although it has not been officially confirmed, it is speculated that the substance could be "cascarilla" or some other element related to santería practices. Some Cuban migrants believe that these practices could prevent detention or deportation.
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