ICE Lodges Detainer for Illegal Alien Charged with Murdering His Own Sister-in-Law in Florida

 

After the alleged murder, the suspect tried to evade justice by fleeing to the sanctuary state of New York

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged a detainer asking Florida officials to not release an illegal alien who has been charged with murdering his sister-in-law.

According to local reporting, the killing took place in May 2025 in Lake County. The body of Monica Islam was found along a road in Mount Dora, dead of a gunshot wound. She had been killed sometime after leaving a convenience store in Eustis where she worked with her brother-in-law, Akbor Miah, a criminal illegal alien from Bangladesh who is using the alias Shahidul Islam. Detectives later found evidence in Miah’s car, including her DNA and a bullet.

The victim: Monica Islam

Miah fled to New York, but was ultimately arrested by U.S. Marshals on May 6. He has been extradited to Florida and charged with first-degree murder. ICE lodged a detainer with the Lake County Jail requesting he be turned over to ICE after he faces justice.

The suspect: Akbor Miah, alias Shahidul Islam

“This illegal alien from Bangladesh has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting his own sister-in-law in Florida,” said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis. “He then thought he could evade justice by fleeing to the sanctuary state of New York. Thanks to our law enforcement partners, this criminal illegal alien has been arrested and is off our streets. ICE has lodged a detainer so he can never be loose in our country again.”

Miah was first allowed into the country in 2016 under the Obama Administration. ICE arrested him in February 2018, and a Department of Justice (DOJ) Immigration Judge issued him a final order of removal in November 2018. He was deported in January 2019 by the Trump Administration. He then illegally re-entered the country – a felony – and was released by the Biden Administration on March 19, 2022.

Dominican National Sentenced to 4 Years in Federal Prison for Role in Hartford-Area Drug Trafficking Ring

 

David X. Sullivan, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that ONIEL ACOSTA-REYES, 27, a citizen of the Dominican Republic residing in Hartford, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Stefan R. Underhill in Bridgeport to 48 months of imprisonment and two years of supervised release for a fentanyl trafficking offense.

According to court documents and statements made in court, an investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Hartford Task Force revealed that members of a Hartford-area drug trafficking ring were using an apartment on Franklin Avenue in Hartford as a stash location for narcotics.  On August 25, 2025, investigators stopped Acosta-Reyes and an associate as they exited the apartment carrying a large cooler.  On August 25, 2025, investigators stopped Acosta-Reyes and an associate after they exited the apartment and placed a large cooler in their car.  When investigators searched the cooler, they found a kilogram brick of fentanyl, bags of powder fentanyl, cutting agent, and parts for a mechanical press.  A subsequent search of the apartment revealed additional drug trafficking paraphernalia, a kilogram drug press, and two firearms.

Acosta-Reyes has been detained since his arrest on August 25, 2025.  On March 24, 2026, he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl.

This investigation is being conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Hartford Task Force, which includes personnel from the DEA Hartford Resident Office, the Connecticut State Police, and the Bristol, Hartford, East Hartford, Enfield, Manchester, New Britain, Rocky Hill, Wethersfield, and Windsor Locks Police Departments.  The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert S. Dearington.

This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.

Friends of the Hudson River Greenway in The Bronx - Sunset on the Hudson - Saturday, 7/25

 

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DEC RELEASES 2026-2030 HUDSON RIVER ESTUARY ACTION AGENDA

 

Five-Year Blueprint Outlines Strategies to Protect and Enhance the Hudson River Estuary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) released the Hudson River Estuary Action Agenda 2026-2030, a five-year blueprint for conserving and restoring the Hudson River estuary and its watershed. The 2026-2030 plan builds on the successes of the previous Action Agenda while incorporating new scientific findings and addressing emerging challenges. The eight priority goals focus on creating a strong and vibrant ecosystem that benefits both nature and people, with special emphasis on environmental justice, equity, and inclusion, as well as meaningful Indigenous engagement. 

"The Hudson River Estuary Action Agenda 2026-2030 represents New York’s commitment to protecting the Hudson River Estuary and its watershed for present and future generations," Commissioner Amanda Lefton said. "This Action Agenda establishes goals that address complex environmental challenges including climate change, while ensuring that communities throughout the Hudson Valley have clean water, resilient shorelines, and equitable access to the river. We are grateful to our many partners and stakeholders for providing input on this plan and working collaboratively with DEC to ensure a healthy and thriving estuary ecosystem." 

The Action Agenda is updated every five years to address current trends and opportunities and sets objectives that can be achieved through collective action and collaboration among government and nongovernmental partners. It includes specific, measurable outcomes that are achievable by 2030 and identifies strategies for State agencies and partners to implement between 2026 and 2030. 

Highlights of the 2026-2030 Action Agenda include:

• Vital River Ecosystem: Strategies to ensure robust fish populations, protect river habitats, and maintain clean water suitable for swimming, recreation, and drinking water;
• Thriving and Resilient Watershed: Actions to maintain healthy tributaries, support climate-adaptive communities, and conserve priority natural areas; and
• Living Well with Nature: Programs to inform and engage the public and ensure accessible Hudson River experiences for all people. 

The Hudson River Estuary Management Program, created in 1987, helps protect, conserve, restore, and enhance the Hudson River estuary and its watershed, and encompasses four DEC programs that work collaboratively to implement the Hudson River Estuary Action Agenda:

• The Hudson River Estuary Program
• The Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (HRNERR)
• The Hudson and Delaware Marine Fisheries Unit
• The Marine Habitat Program of DEC’s Division of Marine Resources 

Implementation of the Hudson River Estuary Management Program is funded through the NYS Environmental Protection Fund and carried out through grants, restoration projects, education, research, training, and community planning assistance, in coordination with state and federal agencies, and public-private partnerships. The 2026-27 Budget also reaffirms New York’s commitment to environmental leadership by appropriating $425 million to the Environmental Protection Fund, using $25 million from the Sustainable Future Program to provide a record $450 million for important environmental programs.

Wave Hill Weekly Events (Jul 23 – Jul 30) | Reach for the Stars at Wave Hill!

 

Enjoy the shining sun of the season from sunrise to sunset. Spend your evenings under the stars during Summer Fridays, pack a picnic for Sunset Wednesdays, or sail creative adventures with family crafts inspired by City of Water Day. However you choose to explore the gardens, take in the small magic of Wave Hill all week long.

Sunset Wednesdays 2026

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Named by Time Out as one of the top “10 under-the-radar cultural experiences in NYC,” Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.

Extended Hours: Summer Fridays

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On select evenings this July, Wave Hill will be open late—offering time to slow down, wander, and experience the Garden as it softens into evening.

Nature & Wellness

Extended Hours: Summer Fridays

Fri, Jul 10 – Fri, Jul 31 | 5:30PM – 8:00PM  

Free with admission to the grounds  

Registration not required.

On select evenings this July, Wave Hill will be open late—offering time to slow down, wander, and experience the Garden as it softens into evening

Summer Starry Skies

Fri, Jul 24, 8:00PM – 10:00PM   

Advanced registration encouraged.

Spend an evening under the stars! Begin the night in Armor Hall for an introduction to the summer night sky with the Amateur Astronomers Association. Learn about the stars, planets, and galaxies that will be visible above Wave Hill and the helpful tools to locate them. 

Garden Highlights Walk

Sun, Jul 26, 1:00PM – 1:30PM 

Free with admission to the grounds    

Registration not required.   

Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens. Topics vary by season and the expertise of the Guide; each walk varies with the Guide leading it.

Art

Public Gallery Tour

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00PM – 3:00PM

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00PM – 3:00PM 

Free with admission to the grounds     

Registration not required.   

Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationships between nature, culture, and site. Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in the unique context of a public garden.  

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Sunset Wednesdays: Stella Cole

Wed, Jul 29, 7:00PM – 8:00PM  

Premium Admission   

Registration not required.

With a voice that bridges generations, Stella Cole has cultivated nearly 2 million social media followers through her fresh interpretations of timeless songs by iconic artists, including Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and Nat “King” Cole. Often described as a Laufey-meets-Bublé sensation, Cole brings a fresh interpretation of classic repertoire to a new generation.  

Family

Family Art Project: Set Sail!

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00AM – 1:00PM  

Sun, Jul 26, 10:00AM – 1:00PM   

Free with admission to the grounds     

Registration not required.

For City of Water Day we’ll learn about boats on the Hudson River. Make your own handmade sailboat or raft using a mixture of upcycled materials. Keep it as a small sculpture – or see if it floats! 

Special Events

Afternoon Tea

Thu, Jul 23, 11:00AM – 2:00PM  

Tue, Jul 28, 11:00AM – 2:00PM   

7-day Advanced Registration required

Enjoy delicious tea sandwiches and delectable pastries with a specialty tea selection every Tuesday and Thursday with seatings at 11AM or 2PM. Served on the Kate French Terrace or in our quaint Tea Room at historic Wave Hill House, Afternoon Teas are provided by our exclusive partner Great Performances whose menu uses local and seasonal ingredients, inspired from their own organic farm, Katchkie Farm.

Sunset Wednesdays

Wed, Jul 8 – Wed, Aug 5 | 7:00PM – 8:00PM  

Premium Admission   

Registration not required.

Named by Time Out as one of the top “10 under-the-radar cultural experiences in NYC,” Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn. Pack a picnic and bring your favorite blanket or chair for an unforgettable summer evening as the sun sets over the Hudson River.  

HOURS STARTING MARCH 15: 10AM–4:30PM, Tuesday–Sunday  

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Dallas Seafood Business Fined $250,000 for Falsifying Country of Origin for Salmon

 

Seafood Supply Co., a Dallas seafood wholesaler, was sentenced to pay a $250,000 fine for violating two counts of the Lacey Act. 

According to court documents, Seafood Supply falsified the country of origin of salmon sold from January 2020 to February 2022. The company would designate Chilean salmon as salmon from Scotland or other European countries. Typically, the Chilean salmon was less expensive than product from Scotland. 

In addition to the fine, Seafood Supply was placed on probation for three years and ordered to implement an environmental compliance plan. The company previously pleaded guilty on March 4. Seafood Supply has been under new leadership since the time of the violations.

Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Adam Gustafson of the Justice Department’s Energy and Natural Resources Division (ENRD); U.S. Attorney Ryan R. Raybould for the Northern District of Texas; and Assistant Director Paige Casey of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s Office of Law Enforcement, Southeast Division made the announcement.

NOAA investigated the case as part of Operation Upstream Diligence. 

Trial Attorney Christopher L. Hale of ENRD’s Environmental Crimes Section prosecuted the case with assistance from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas. 

ENRD is a member of the Department of Justice’s Trade Fraud Task Force, a cross-agency law enforcement effort that also involves the Criminal and Civil Divisions’ Fraud Sections, ENRD, the Department of Homeland Security, and U.S. Attorney’s Offices nationwide. The Task Force was created to leverage all of the Department’s tools and authorities to prevent trade fraud that deprives the government of vital revenue, threatens critical domestic industries, undermines consumer confidence, and weakens national security. The Task Force is designed to pursue enforcement actions against parties who seek to evade tariffs and other duties, as well as smugglers who seek to import prohibited goods into the American economy. The Justice Department encourages whistleblowers to alert the government to credible allegations of fraud, including utilizing the qui tam provisions of the False Claims Act or through the Criminal Division’s Corporate Whistleblower Program at CorporateWhistleblower@usdoj.gov using the form available here.