A roofing company in Bellingham, Washington, was raided by ICE, resulting in the detention of three family members and dozens of workers. The worker, who asked to remain anonymous, described how agents in tactical gear with guns drawn detained his brother and cousins. More than three dozen employees were taken to an ICE processing facility in Tacoma as part of a criminal investigation into unlawful employment. The owner of the company claimed he followed all regulations and had no reason to believe any of his employees were unauthorized to work in the U.S.
The worker’s brother had crossed the border to escape a drug cartel, and the unexpected raid left him feeling terrible. The chaotic scene of agents in tactical gear, helicopters, and drones was described as “ugly.” Families of those detained expressed sadness and devastation at the impact on their loved ones and the community. A rally was held in support of those arrested, with attendees denouncing the separation of families and the disruption of their community.
The worker, despite being a U.S. citizen, is considering returning to Mexico due to fear and uncertainty. He described the constant vigilance and paranoia in the wake of the raid, stating that it has made it difficult to live normally. The impact of the raid on the community was described as significant and harmful, leaving families devastated and unsure of their future.
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