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A joint operation in North Austin by federal immigration agents and Texas DPS troopers has resulted in several arrests of individuals illegally present in the U.S., part of ongoing immigration law enforcement efforts. The operation targets ‘criminal illegal immigrants’ and highlights the state’s intensifying measures to boost public safety. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement stated that all individuals without lawful status can be apprehended, with ongoing investigations yielding additional arrests across Texas.
Austin – Federal immigration agents and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers conducted a joint enforcement operation in North Austin, resulting in multiple arrests of individuals illegally present in the United States. This operation is part of an ongoing collaboration between state and federal law enforcement agencies under the direction of Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
The operation involved DPS strike teams working alongside U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents. The individuals apprehended during the operation were transferred to ICE custody, where they await immigration removal proceedings.
DPS Press Secretary Sheridan Nolen acknowledged the operation but did not disclose further details regarding the specifics of the arrests or the individuals involved. Maintaining a focus on enhancing public safety, the DPS aims to target “criminal illegal immigrants.” As of April 8, the department identified nearly 5,800 individuals with active warrants in the state, underlining the ongoing effort to enforce immigration laws.
The joint strike teams incorporated support from multiple DPS divisions, including Intelligence and Counterterrorism as well as Aircraft Operations, which assists in gathering intelligence and conducting surveillance during these operations.
ICE clarified that all individuals without lawful immigration status in the U.S. could be subject to arrest and removal. They advised that for individuals in such situations, self-deportation is considered the safest option. In a separate yet related enforcement action, ICE arrested seven individuals at Groomers Seafood Market in San Antonio. These individuals are suspected of being unlawfully present in the U.S., with origins from Honduras, Mexico, and Venezuela. These arrests were carried out under a court-authorized operation as part of a larger investigation.
ICE officials confirmed that those arrested on criminal charges would be transferred to U.S. Marshals custody, while individuals apprehended solely on immigration violations remain under ICE jurisdiction. This structured approach underlines the process of addressing various types of legal infractions reported during enforcement actions.
Additionally, over the past weeks, ICE operations have also resulted in 25 arrests at two construction sites in locations including Brownsville and South Padre Island. The majority of those arrested at these worksites were individuals from Mexico and Honduras. These arrests followed an inspection related to employment eligibility requirements, particularly I-9 inspections, which scrutinize the work authorization of employees.
ICE underscored its commitment to enforcing immigration laws, indicating that such violations of labor laws could undermine fair labor standards and pose risks to public safety. By conducting these operations, ICE aims to ensure compliance with immigration regulations while simultaneously fostering a secure work environment.
The ongoing enforcement efforts reflect a broader statewide initiative to address immigration issues and the implications for both community safety and lawful employment practices. As these operations continue, both federal and state authorities remain vigilant in their collaborative approach to enforcing immigration policies across Texas.
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