Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show
Summary
Police and local officials across the US are worried that people are confusing local officers with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This confusion has caused fear and problems for police doing their everyday jobs. Some cities are now trying to make it easier for people to tell local officers apart from ICE agents.Key Facts
- Police and government officials in seven states reported concerns about being mistaken for ICE agents.
- The confusion is linked to ICE’s use of masked agents in unmarked cars.
- Mistaken identity has led to fear among community members and risks for police officers.
- Minneapolis city officials reminded workers to clearly identify themselves to avoid confusion.
- Some municipal workers, including fire inspectors and mental health responders, faced trouble because residents feared they were ICE agents.
- Officials created materials to help the public recognize local police and emergency workers.
- Calls to 911 sometimes reported suspicious activity involving people unsure if masked agents were police or ICE.
- The issue highlights tension caused by the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies.
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