As U.S. Border Patrol agents arrive in Charlotte, Wake and Durham sheriffs released statements Friday to address concerns about potential immigration enforcement activities in their counties.
Wake County Sheriff Willie Rowe said his office had not received “any official notification from U.S. Customs and Border Protection” of any operation or activity. Rowe urged residents not to confront Border Patrol agents if they were to come to Wake County and allow them to carry out official duties.
“The safety and well-being of our community remains the primary concern of the Wake County Sheriff’s Office, and we strive to avoid circumstances that may lead to injuries or unnecessary arrests,” Rowe wrote…