U.S. Authorities Arrest Dozens in New Orleans Area Immigration Operation
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) arrested dozens of people this week in the New Orleans area. The arrests occurred within 24 hours of launching a targeted enforcement initiative.
The operation, named "Catahoula Crunch," focused on non-citizens who are in the country illegally and have criminal histories. Officials stated that those arrested had prior convictions for violent crimes.
DHS did not release the exact number of arrests. The agency described the action as part of its ongoing effort to prioritize individuals who pose a threat to public safety.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers carried out the arrests across the greater New Orleans region. The operation highlights a continued focus on interior immigration enforcement.