ICE arrest in South Orange neighborhood sparks safety concerns among students

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested an individual in the Tuxedo Park neighborhood near Seton Hall last week, prompting concerns among students about safety on and around campus. The arrest came amid reports of increased ICE activity across Essex County, leaving some students worried about the security of their peers.

ICE officers took a man into custody on South Kingman Road in South Orange between 2 and 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 1, according to South Orange Mayor Sheena Collum.

Local officials obtained the man’s vehicle registration and identified him as a Paterson resident. According to Collum, the ICE field office confirmed the arrest but provided no further details…

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