SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The City of Brookings says it has been notified that Operation Prairie Thunder will be in the area from December 17th through the 19th, though city officials say Brookings will not take part.
Operation Prairie Thunder is a statewide initiative announced by Governor Larry Rhoden aimed at cracking down on crime and assisting federal immigration enforcement. The governor’s office says details of future operations are not being shared publicly for security reasons.
Governor Rhoden criticized the city for releasing the information, saying it could put officers at risk and emphasizing the state’s commitment to enforcing the rule of law…