ICE Investigation Targets NYC Street Vendors on Canal Street

ICE Enforcement Operation in Manhattan

• 🎯 Federal agents from ICE and other agencies conducted an investigation targeting street vendors on Canal Street in Manhattan.
• 📌 Those detained in the operation were reportedly brought to 26 Federal Plaza for processing and potential immigration court proceedings.
• 🚓 Law enforcement sources indicate the raids were aimed at arresting undocumented immigrants, specifically focusing on street vendors.

Law Enforcement Presence and Public Reaction

• 🚧 NYPD had set up barricades and closed off the Duane Street entrance to 26 Federal Plaza, though they stated there was no NYPD involvement in the ICE operation itself.
• 💬 The office of the public advocate was present and planning a demonstration, indicating public interest and potential opposition to the enforcement actions.
• 📰 The event was covered by CBS News New York, with further details expected.