Several Undocumented Immigrants Arrested in South Florida Raids, Federal Agencies Say
Operations Conducted by Federal Officials in Broward County
Several operations were carried out by federal officials in South Florida on Sunday, leading to the arrest of alleged undocumented immigrants in Broward County.
Collaborative Effort by Multiple Agencies
Agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice took part in the operations, according to posts by the agencies on the social media network X.
Raid Details
In the raids, at least one Nicaraguan citizen was arrested who has pending charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, illegal carrying of a weapon, discharging a firearm in public, and driving with a suspended license.
A Jamaican national was also arrested on charges of possession of oxycodone, displaying a firearm during a felony, and driving a vehicle without a valid license.
Confirmation of Link to President Trump’s Executive Order
NBC6 has reached out to the involved agencies to confirm that the local arrests from Sunday are directly linked to President Donald Trump’s executive order that cracks down on immigration.
Social Media Posts from Involved Agencies
A Jamaican national was arrested by #ICE @ERO_Miami @HSI_Miami field office in Broward County, Fla., with charges for possession of oxycodone, display of a firearm during felony offense, & operating motor vehicle without a valid license.
— ERO Miami (@EROMiami) January 27, 2025
Excellent collaboration today by @HSI_Miami @EROMiami, @TheJusticeDept, and our other law enforcement partners enforcing U.S. #immigration laws and ensuring the safety of our communities.
— HSI Miami (@HSI_Miami) January 26, 2025
ICE @EROMiami arrested a Nicaraguan national at the Broward County Jail with pending charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, unlawful carry of concealed weapon, discharging a firearm in public & driving with suspended license.
— ERO Miami (@EROMiami) January 27, 2025
Conclusion
The arrests highlight the ongoing efforts by federal agencies to enforce U.S. immigration laws and ensure the safety of communities. The operations demonstrate the collaborative effort between multiple agencies to address immigration-related issues.
FAQs
* Who was arrested in the South Florida raids?
+ At least one Nicaraguan citizen and one Jamaican national were arrested.
* What were the charges against the arrested individuals?
+ The Nicaraguan citizen had pending charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, illegal carrying of a weapon, discharging a firearm in public, and driving with a suspended license. The Jamaican national was charged with possession of oxycodone, displaying a firearm during a felony, and driving a vehicle without a valid license.
* Is the arrest linked to President Trump’s executive order?
+ NBC6 has reached out to the involved agencies to confirm that the local arrests from Sunday are directly linked to President Donald Trump’s executive order that cracks down on immigration.
