Border Patrol Arrests in New Orleans Spark Advocacy Response
Reports have emerged of immigration arrests conducted by federal agents in the New Orleans area, igniting a wave of advocacy responses. These operations occurred as part of a broader enforcement action by the Trump administration across south Louisiana.
Recent Immigration Arrests in New Orleans
Witnesses and immigrant rights groups indicated that the arrests took place at prominent home-building stores. Notably, locations included:
- Lowe’s on Elysian Fields Avenue, New Orleans
- Lowe’s on Veterans Boulevard, Metairie
- Home Depot in LaPlace
- Home Depot in Gretna
The activist group Union Migrante stated that they confirmed these reports through various eyewitness accounts and video footage. Nevertheless, both Border Patrol and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) did not provide immediate comments regarding the detentions.
Eyewitness Accounts and Detentions
A journalist from the Times-Picayune observed Border Patrol agents apprehending two men at a landscaping firm’s truck. While one individual was released, the other was detained. An unnamed witness noted being part of a group seeking work outside the Lowe’s on Elysian Fields when about five Border Patrol vehicles arrived.
This witness reported that approximately 25 agents questioned the group about their legal status, leading to several individuals fleeing the scene. It is estimated that Border Patrol detained around two dozen people in a brief operation lasting roughly 25 minutes.
The series of events highlights ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and the impact on communities in the New Orleans region. Amidst these developments, advocacy groups continue to call for support and action in response to federal immigration policies.
This story remains in development, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.
