University Park, IL – Residents in Will County were alerted Saturday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conducted operations in University Park, resulting in two people being taken into custody.
According to the University Park Police Department, officers made contact with ICE agents earlier in the day to verify their intentions. Police confirmed the arrests occurred without incident, and ICE agents left the area shortly afterward.
Officials stressed there is no ongoing danger to the public. The police department reminded residents that under Illinois state law, local law enforcement officers are prohibited from assisting ICE or any federal agency with immigration-related enforcement. However, officers are also prohibited from interfering in such federal operations.
“The University Park Police Department is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of the citizens and guests of the Village of University Park,” Chief of Police Dale S. Mitchell said in the release.
Residents with information are encouraged to contact the University Park Police Department’s Investigations Division at 708-534-0911.
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