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Police Chief Backs Officer Amid ICE Controversy

7/31/2025

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In a heated controversy, Old Orchard Beach Police Chief Elise Chard stood by reserve officer Jon Luke Evans, who was arrested by ICE for visa violations and attempting to purchase a firearm. Chard emphasized that Evans was federally authorized to work until May 2025 through the E-Verify program, despite ICE's claims that the department breached federal law.

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In a heated controversy, Old Orchard Beach Police Chief Elise Chard stood by reserve officer Jon Luke Evans, who was arrested by ICE for visa violations and attempting to purchase a firearm. Chard emphasized that Evans was federally authorized to work until May 2025 through the E-Verify program, despite ICE's claims that the department breached federal law.