After a day of contention and little information about the nature of an immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles, the Department of Homeland Security has finally released details about the joint operation conducted Friday morning.
HSI confirmed that it served four federal search warrants at three locations in L.A., alongside partner agencies, including the FBI and Drug Enforcement Administration. KTLA has confirmed the locations were two clothing stores in downtown L.A. and a Home Depot in the Westlake District.
"Approximately 44 people were administratively arrested and one arrest for obstruction. The investigation remains ongoing, updates will follow as appropriate," an HSI spokesperson said.
That single obstruction arrest was confirmed by US Attorney Bill Essayli as David Hue