HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) -- Eight people were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents at a car wash in Hamden on the same day that the town's four mayoral candidates were set to gather for a debate.

The candidates were not asked about the ICE raid at Wednesday night's debate, which took place at the Miller Memorial Central Library on Dixwell Avenue, but News 8 spoke to each one about their views on ICE intervention in town.

"I condemn that action, I think it is bad for our neighbors," said Democratic nominee Adam Sendroff. "I feel like the ICE action today is tragic for the individuals involved."

"That's really a national issue and something that our national leaders decide on," said Republican candidate Jonathan Katz. "I also know that there is additional information that is

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