arrested

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Or you get an email from someone claiming to be your grandson, saying they’ve been in a car accident in Mexico and they’ve been arrested, and can you please wire money for a bond.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Special Forces soldier, who allegedly bet on the capture of Venezuela’s then-President Nicolás Maduro, was arrested.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

After he was arrested, the Crumbleys went on the run and were caught only after an extensive manhunt.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

He was arrested on 19 February and released under investigation.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

So what protected Marina from being arrested during the Great Terror, if hard work, success, and national glory weren’t enough to keep you from suspicion?

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein