Federal Immigration Raids Target Gang Members and Illegal Immigrants in Denver and Aurora
Recent immigration enforcement operations in the Denver metro area have led to multiple raids across various locations, including apartment complexes in Aurora. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency targeted over 100 alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, resulting in the arrests of numerous suspects. Witnesses described scenes of chaos and fear as armed federal agents conducted door-to-door checks and demanded identification from residents. While some locals expressed gratitude for the operations aimed at reducing gang activity, others voiced concerns about the aggressive tactics used by ICE, including apprehending individuals who may not have been involved in criminal activities. The raids have sparked a debate on immigration policies and public safety, with local officials urging community support for those facing deportation.
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