ICE detainer issued for Egyptian man accused of rape in Nashville

January 31, 2026, 1:22 AM EST
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee (Fox News) — ICE lodged an arrest detainer against Mena Mohsen Farez Nmn Awad, an illegal alien from Egypt accused of raping a 16-year-old girl while she slept.

## Arrest Detainer Issued
ICE filed an arrest detainer for Awad, who allegedly broke into an apartment in Nashville and sexually assaulted the victim.

## Criminal History Revealed
Awad has a history of violence since entering the U.S. in 2017 through the Diversity Visa program, with charges including domestic violence, intimidation, possession of a weapon, violation of a court order, and vehicle theft.

## Outrage Over Immigration Policies
Officials criticize immigration policies that allowed Awad into the country and are taking steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.

## Capture and Charges
Awad was apprehended in Kentucky and extradited back to Tennessee, where he faces charges of aggravated rape, assault, and burglary.

## Preventing Future Crimes
ICE’s arrest detainer aims to ensure Awad is not released to harm more children, as the victim’s sister contacted authorities after the incident.

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