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Charges weigh on imam, backers – Local support for Masood remains strong, says rabbi

Euro-Islam17 years ago15 years ago01 mins

Facing criminal charges stemming from allegations of immigration fraud, Imam Muhammad Masood – the public face of the New England Center of Islam in Sharon – finds himself in an increasingly difficult position, and could face deportation. Masood was arrested in a sweep by immigration enforcement officers almost a year ago, losing his position as…

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Mosque leader accused of immigration fraud: Imam’s arrest sparks protest outside court

Euro-Islam17 years ago15 years ago01 mins

By Shelley Murphy The spiritual leader of a mosque in Sharon was arrested yesterday on federal immigration fraud charges, sparking a protest outside the courthouse in Boston by a group of religious leaders and civil rights advocates who called the case a witch hunt. Muhammad Masood, 49, imam of the 1,500 member Islamic Center of…

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