under arrest
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"That individual was also quickly placed under arrest," the spokesperson said.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026
After pulling Garces Perez over, an agent told him he was under arrest.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
It has apprehended 23 people under arrest warrants, while 35 others remain at large, along with an unknown number sought under warrants that remain sealed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
For months, Javadli had barely left the house as she believed security officers were waiting to take her children from her and possibly put her under arrest.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
I have seen how Henry and Abram have been treated since Master Wingfield was put under arrest.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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