Collaboration Between Local and Federal Authorities to Apprehend Illegal Immigrants in Florida

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Fox News Digital observed the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office collaborating with federal immigration authorities to apprehend illegal immigrants in Florida. The task force conducts weekly operations along the Interstate 95 corridor.

Key Points

  • St. Johns County Sheriff's Office collaborates with DHS, Border Patrol, and ICE
  • Task force conducts weekly operations along Interstate 95 to apprehend illegal immigrants
  • Authorities rely on probable cause before conducting traffic stops
  • Brothers from Colombia suspected of trafficking drugs were apprehended during an operation

Pros

  • Enhanced collaboration between local and federal authorities to address illegal immigration issues
  • Task force prioritizes public safety by dismantling human smuggling and sex-trafficking operations

Cons

  • Controversial approach of apprehending suspected illegal immigrants
  • Potential for racial profiling during the operations