under arrest

Example Sentences

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He was later approached by police officers who told him he was being put under arrest, before carrying him away from the demonstration as other protesters cheered and applauded.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Contacting her by WhatsApp video, the team of uniformed cops inside a police station said she was under arrest on suspicion of money laundering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Rahman said she was never told she was under arrest or charged with a crime.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

Still, Lemon found himself under arrest for the crime of doing journalism.

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

“Keep him under arrest I” the M.P. shouted, doubling over with raucous laughter at his jest, and sped away in his jeep.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller