This weekend, federal and local law enforcement agencies carried out an operation at an illegal nightclub in Colorado Springs which resulted in more than 100 arrests and detainments.
“Over the past several years, the Colorado Legislature has forced upon all Coloradans sanctuary status for illegal immigrants. The laws they have passed allow illegal immigrants the ability to bypass simple requirements that U.S. citizens cannot,” said Michael J. Allen, 4th Judicial District Attorney. “Those laws have in many ways blocked the ability of local law enforcement agencies to work with federal immigration authorities. SB25-276, introduced just last week, is the latest egregious example of the Colorado Legislature prioritizing illegal immigrants over its own citizens.
“The raid this weekend in Colorado Springs shows how pervasive this issue has become, and the ways in which sanctuary laws have eroded public safety for Coloradans. “I thank our federal partners for the important work they are doing to address these serious issues
and call on all Coloradans to reach out to their legislative representative to enact the necessary changes to keep our communities safe.”
Further questions regarding the criminal investigation and ensuing law enforcement action should be directed to the Drug Enforcement Administration.
