Tempe residents were met with a hefty dose of federal law enforcement activity at Danelle Plaza recently. According to an official statement from the Tempe Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) descended upon the area to execute a federal warrant. While the local police were not involved in the sweep, the statement made clear they are tuned in to the community’s concerns surrounding the event.
With tensions high across the nation due to a spate of similar federal actions, Tempe Police sought to distance themselves from the fray, ensuring the public of their dedication to “providing the highest level of service and ensuring the safety of everyone in our community.” And while the details of the HSI’s operation were not disclosed, serving the warrant this morning, the city’s police force emphasized that their priority was outside of their operation to ensure the safety of citizens…