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Woman in Medical Scrubs Says She's US Citizen While Being Dragged From Car

Woman in Medical Scrubs Says She's US Citizen While Being Dragged From Car

Summary

A woman wearing medical scrubs was taken out of her car by federal immigration agents in Key Largo, Florida. She claimed to be a U.S. citizen during the incident. After verifying her identity, authorities released her.

Key Facts

  • The incident happened on U.S. Route 1 in Key Largo, Florida.
  • The woman was removed from her car by immigration agents, including ICE and CBP officers.
  • She shouted that she was a U.S. citizen while being detained.
  • Authorities briefly detained her to verify her identity and released her once confirmed.
  • The operation was part of an immigration enforcement effort involving multiple federal agencies.
  • The operation led to the arrest of 14 individuals in the U.S. illegally, some with criminal records.
  • A CBP spokesperson stated she was driving her boyfriend's car and initially refused to identify herself.

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