The FBI New Orleans Field Office and Louisiana State Police have announced a joint enforcement initiative. This follows increased immigration enforcement by the Department of Homeland Security in the Greater New Orleans area. The goal is to prevent assaults on federal officers and to stop interference with law enforcement activities.
Special Agent in Charge Jonathan Tapp said that federal and state agencies will be present to investigate and arrest anyone suspected of such crimes. Louisiana State Police Superintendent Colonel Robert Hodges stated that troopers will support these efforts and enforce state laws that protect officers and property…