German Green Card Holder Detained in U.S. Amid Questions Over Old Cannabis Case

Fabian Schmidt, a longtime U.S. resident, faces detention under unclear circumstances, with allegations of mistreatment during custody.

Fabian Schmidt, a German national living in the U.S. since 2007, was detained at Boston's Logan Airport after returning from a trip to Luxembourg.
Schmidt, a Green Card holder, was reportedly questioned about a decade-old cannabis possession case that had been previously dismissed.
His family claims he missed a 2022 federal hearing related to the case due to not receiving the notice after moving to a new address.
Schmidt alleges mistreatment in custody, including being yelled at, forced to undress, and restrained to a hospital bed after falling ill.
The German consulate and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security are involved, with Germany emphasizing the need for humane treatment and adherence to international standards.