Fairfield police, working jointly with federal authorities, arrested 34 individuals in an operation at and around Sabor Peruano restaurant and nightclub on August 16. The operation was initiated following investigations into two prior shootings at the establishment, which led authorities to identify multiple individuals allegedly in the country illegally. The action drew concern from civil rights advocates regarding immigration enforcement practices during routine traffic stops connected to the operation.

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