Immigration enforcement activity ramps up in Anaheim
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- Anaheim experienced its most significant immigration enforcement activity in weeks on Sunday, with Border Patrol and allied agencies conducting roving operations along State College Boulevard near La Palma Avenue.
- At least five individuals, including employees and customers of local businesses such as Ponce Recycling Center and street vendors, were detained during the enforcement actions.
- The enforcement caused fear and disruption in the community, with people running from the area, local business owners locking doors, and concerns about the negative impact on the local economy.
- Officers were seen entering private property at The Anaheim Car Wash and Valvoline, leading to confrontations with employees and activists; one man detained there was later released after being identified as a U.S. citizen.
- DHS has been contacted
