under arrest

Example Sentences

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Two who are accused of being the primary aggressors are under arrest.

From Los Angeles Times

The two American citizens were not placed under arrest, he said.

From Seattle Times

Once the migrants cross, they are greeted by members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, who warn them that they will be placed under arrest if they step forward.

From BBC

Yes, one man called Rinku Saini, who was named in the complaint, is in custody under arrest.

From BBC

Lamond told Tarrio that a suspect in the stabbing was under arrest but also that Tarrio himself was under criminal investigation, according to the court exhibits.

From Washington Post