Community Outrage Over ICE Arrest at Church Food Giveaway

Incident at North Hills United Methodist Church

• 🚨 Federal agents, reportedly wearing masks and carrying weapons, entered the North Hills United Methodist Church parking lot during a food distribution event.
• 🎯 The agents pursued and arrested Carlos Chavez, described as a beloved community member who assists with children's ministries and is a father of three.
• 💔 Church leaders and community members expressed outrage, stating that their sacred right to worship and serve was violated.

Allegations of Unjust Enforcement

• 💬 Chavez's wife stated that they did not come for him due to a warrant or debt, but because "that is what ICE does" and that he was taken "without a warrant, without a warning."
• ⚖️ Church leaders emphasized that the actions on Thursday were a violation of the inalienable rights protected by the law of the land.
• 😥 The incident caused fear and trauma for children and families present, leading to the disruption of the church's food ministry and after-school programs, which have since moved online.