Why is Border Patrol so far inland for Central California arrests? Here’s its jurisdiction
“Our area of responsibility stretches from the U.S./Mexico Border, north, as mission and threat dictate, all the way to the Oregon line,” U.S. Border Patrol Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino, chief of the El Centro Sector in Imperial Valley, said in a statement.
US Border Patrol arrests migrants during latest enforcement operation
Immigrant communities in Kern County, California, are on edge as the U.S. Border Patrol has been seen conducting enforcement operations throughout the region this week.
‘Fear mongering has taken place’: Despite end to Border Patrol operation, Kern County immigrants remain fearful
Despite the Border Patrol operation ending and agents moving out of Bakersfield, the area's immigrant community is saying members are far from relieved.
US Border Patrol Agent Allegedly Abused K-9 Dog
The video, which was recorded by Jessica Pena on New Year's Day, shows what appears to be a Border Patrol agent allegedly abusing a dog, raising serious concerns about the treatment of animals used in law enforcement.
Border Patrol confirms arrests in Bakersfield and Kern County
The Border Patrol has been visible in several parts of Kern County the last few days. They confirmed people have been arrested in their operation.
‘Targeted enforcement arrests’: Border Patrol breaks silence, reveals details on Kern County operation
While we're still awaiting a full, official statement from Border Patrol as of airtime, 17's Jenny Huh spoke with one agent on-the-ground who said it's not a widespread roundup.
Border Patrol agents spotted in Kern County
Border Patrol was spotted in Bakersfield. Organizations like Loud for Tomorrow have posted on social media, highlighting that raids are currently underway in Kern County.
CBP warns against phone scam by fake Border Patrol agents
U.S. Customs and Border Protection used social media the first weekend of the new year to remind residents of a phone scam ...
US CBP issues statement on ongoing ‘Operation Return to Sender’ in Bakersfield area
U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a statement Friday morning providing more details over its ongoing operation in the ...
Images inside the smuggling tunnel discovered at border wall in El Paso
A smuggling tunnel was discovered Friday afternoon in the Lower Valley after a bi-national operation.According to a press ...
Customs and Border Patrol presence in Bakersfield raises community concerns
Ongoing sightings of Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents in Bakersfield and surrounding areas have left community members with more questions than answers.
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Arizona congressman introduces bill targeting high-speed chases near border
Arizona U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani proposed on Friday new legislation that would penalize those who instigate "high-speed car ...