Father of USS Abraham Lincoln Sailor Arrested by US Border Patrol

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — The father of a serviceman aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln was apprehended by US Border Patrol authorities. The incident occurred as the father awaited his son’s return from naval duties.

The arrest took place under circumstances that remain partially undisclosed. US Border Patrol confirmed the detention but provided limited details regarding the specific charges or the individual’s immigration status.

“We can confirm that an individual was taken into custody by Border Patrol agents,” stated a US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) spokesperson. “Further information is currently restricted due to ongoing investigations.”

The USS Abraham Lincoln, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, is currently deployed in international waters. The serviceman, whose identity has not been released, is among the crew members aboard the vessel.

This incident underscores the complexities faced by families of service members, particularly those with intricate immigration histories. The US Navy and CBP are expected to release more information as the investigation progresses.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)