In a significant immigration enforcement operation in Camarillo, California, approximately 200 suspected undocumented immigrants were detained on Thursday, leading to fear and unrest in the surrounding community.
The raid, which focused on a cannabis farm, escalated into violence as protesters clashed with federal agents.
Reports indicate that at least eight individuals were injured during the confrontation, including one man who fell several stories from a greenhouse and subsequently died on Friday, as confirmed by United Farm Workers union.
The Ventura County Fire Department reported that several injured individuals were transported to local hospitals following the chaotic scenes at the facility.
As part of the enforcement actions, U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli announced that multiple arrests were made for hindering the federal operation, alongside four U.S. citizens charged with assaulting or resisting law enforcement officers.
Authorities issued a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of an individual suspected of firing at federal agents during the incident.
The tensions in Southern California have been exacerbated by ongoing discussions concerning the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
Civil liberties attorneys have filed legal challenges against what they describe as unlawful
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