Videos show ICE arrest in Indiana, mayor and police respond

The Brief

  • A viral video showed ICE agents conducting an arrest at an El Rancherito restaurant in East Chicago, Ind., prompting clarification from city officials that local police were not involved.
  • Mayor Anthony Copeland and Police Chief José Rivera emphasized that the city had no prior notice of ICE’s presence and urged residents to stay calm and not engage with agents.
  • A protest is scheduled for Saturday at City Hall, with police present for safety, while residents are encouraged to contact authorities with questions.

EAST CHICAGO, Ind. A viral video shows ICE agents conducting an arrest at an El Rancherito restaurant in East Chicago, Ind. on Thursday, and officials have responded.

What we know:

A video went viral on Thursday appearing to show ICE agents arresting an individual at an El Rancherito restaurant East Chicago, Ind.

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