GRAFTON — In a letter to the community dated March 6, Grafton Police Chief Neil Minardi clarified his department’s relationship with federal immigration enforcement.
“Our department’s highest priority is the safety and well-being of everyone in our community. We serve all residents in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and we are committed to fair, constitutional policing,” said Minardi.
Minardi writes that Grafton Police Department officers are not authorized to arrest individuals “solely on detainers or administrative warrants issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).” The department also does not ask about immigration status during routine actions, Minardi said, and immigration status is never a factor in responding to calls and ensuring safety…