under arrest
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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
An officer is heard saying Nowak is under arrest and read him his rights.
From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026
He was placed under arrest and transported to Sacramento County Jail.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
Instead, he suffered a minor knee injury after he "fell to the ground, was restrained by law enforcement, and was placed under arrest," the department said.
From Barron's ● May 5, 2026
“You understand that you are not under arrest and are free to leave whenever you wish.”
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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