Cory B. Alvarez allegedly raped a teenage girl at a motel he lived at, which housed migrants. Alvarez entered the United States lawfully in 2023 in New York City and is being held without bail. (Fox News)
MassGOP Chairwoman Amy Carnevale said the arrest of Alvarez exemplifies the state's struggle with how to manage the migrant crisis.
"It is imperative to discern between appropriate and inappropriate methods of addressing this endeavor, she said in a Thursday statement. "The recent incident exemplifies our state’s struggle to effectively manage the migrant crisis, and the influx of additional migrants may exacerbate the likelihood of such distressing occurrences. There is a pressing need to revisit and amend the legislation pertaining to the right to shelter."
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Massachusetts Republican Party.
State Rep. David DeCoste, a Republican who represents the Rockland area, said he was troubled by the alleged rape incident.
"As it illuminates the genuine public safety ramifications for both residents and migrants themselves, stemming from the enduring migrant crisis," he said. "I am absolutely appalled by the incident that took place in Rockland. Above all, my heartfelt sympathies extend to the young girl who has reportedly been subjected to abuse. The Commonwealth has failed this young girl."
DHS WARNS HAITIAN ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS ARRIVING BY BOAT FACE ‘IMMEDIATE REPATRIATION’
This undated image shows Cory Alvarez, charged with aggravated rape of a child. (Fox News)
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When asked by Boston 25 if the vetting process was adequate, Healey said: "I think we have the right systems in place."
DeCoste disagreed.
"This is tragic and unfortunately not uncommon," he told the news outlet. "And to be able to say honestly that you are truly vetting anyone I think is dishonest."
ICE has lodged a detainer request for Alvarez with Plymouth County authorities. He is scheduled to appear in court on March 22.
Louis Casiano is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to louis.casiano@fox.com.
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