ICE conducted enforcement operations targeting individuals unlawfully present in the United States who have prior criminal convictions. Those apprehended had records involving sexual offenses against minors, narcotics violations, driving under the influence, and violent felonies including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The Department of Homeland Security stated the operation reflects its commitment to removing the most dangerous illegal aliens from American communities.

Read more: ICE Arrests Worst of the Worst: Criminal Illegal Aliens Convicted of Crimes Including Sexual Conduct with a Minor, Drug Charges, DUI and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon