Danbury ICE Operation Results In Multiple Arrests

DANBURY, CT — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted an enforcement operation in Danbury on Thursday that resulted in multiple arrests, according to federal officials.

Witnesses said arrests occurred around 8 a.m. outside Danbury Superior Court, according to CT Insider.

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said officers arrested "multiple criminal illegal aliens," adding that "many of whom were recently released from jail by sanctuary politicians who refused to honor ICE’s detainers."

Authorities did not release the names of those arrested or specify how many people were taken into custody.

The operation prompted a response from local officials, who said they were aware of reports that several individuals had been detained but that many details remained unclear.

In a joint statement, Mayor Roberto Alves and several state lawmakers said they had not received information from federal authorities about the operation and were working to gather additional facts.

The officials also said Danbury follows Connecticut's Trust Act and does not coordinate with ICE on immigration enforcement actions.

"We want our community to know that we are paying close attention, we care deeply about the well-being of every resident, and we will continue to stand up for the dignity, safety, and rights of all who call Danbury home," the statement said.

Patch has reached out to city officials and Danbury police for additional information and will update this story as more details become available.