U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed an active investigation at the Trail King Industries site in Mitchell, South Dakota. The probe was first hinted at in June after multiple tips reported ICE agents at the facility.
While ICE has acknowledged the investigation, officials have declined to share further details due to its ongoing nature. Trail King’s leadership has also opted not to comment on the matter.
This development comes amid a broader push for immigration enforcement in South Dakota. Attorney General Marty Jackley recently announced a new partnership between ICE and the state’s Division of Criminal Investigation under the 287(g) program, which allows state agents to assist in federal immigration efforts targeting violent crime and drug trafficking.
ICE has maintained a visible presence in the state this year, including a May raid in Madison that led to eight arrests at two businesses accused of employing undocumented workers.
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