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28-Year-Old British Tourist Becky Burke Detained by ICE for 11 Days in Tacoma Over Visa Violation, Facing Month in Jail

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Updated Mar 13, 2025, 02:47 PM

Becky Burke, a 28-year-old British tourist, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for more than 10 days after allegedly violating the terms of her visa during a backpacking trip in North America. Burke was reportedly attempting to enter the U.S. from Canada when she was detained. Her family claims that a 'visa mix-up' led to her detention at the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma, Washington. Despite holding a tourist visa and having no criminal record, Burke's situation has drawn attention, with her father stating that she was handcuffed upon arrest. Reports indicate that she may face a month in jail due to the alleged visa violation, which has been described as part of a broader crackdown on immigration policies. This incident has raised concerns regarding the treatment of foreign visitors and the enforcement of immigration laws at U.S. borders.

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