UPDATE: A postal worker on Long Island has been charged with obstructing a federal proceeding after allegedly aiding a detainee’s escape during an immigration arrest. Tamara Mayorga-Wong, 57, faces serious charges as federal authorities confirm her interference on November 5 at a 7/11 convenience store near the Westhampton Post Office.
According to Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Mayorga-Wong approached federal agents detaining a man and confronted them, saying, “You can’t do this.” Witnesses report that after the detainee was placed in the police vehicle, she opened the rear passenger door and urged him to flee. Federal agents quickly recaptured the man, but the situation escalated further.
Mayorga-Wong was arrested in the employee parking lot of the post office while attempting to enter her personal vehicle. Authorities report that she resisted arrest, kicking and flailing her arms as officers tried to remove her from the car.
During her detention, Mayorga-Wong reportedly questioned the motivations of the agents, asking, “Why are you doing this to your people?” and challenged their actions regarding family and heritage. This incident has drawn attention to the complex dynamics of immigration enforcement and public service roles.
Mayorga-Wong is expected to appear in federal court later today in Central Islip, where she will face these serious charges. This case underscores the urgent tensions surrounding immigration policies and community engagement.
As this story develops, more details are anticipated from federal court proceedings, and the implications of this incident on local communities and federal enforcement practices will be closely monitored.
Stay tuned for updates as authorities continue to investigate the full circumstances surrounding this incident and its broader impact.
