Violent Incident at ICE Facility Leads to Arrest
The Department of Homeland Security has reported a violent incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers that resulted in the arrest of a so-called “violent instigator.” This incident occurred at an ICE facility in Newark, New Jersey.
Markwayne Mullin, who is associated with the DHS Division, shared an image of a bleeding bite mark on his forearm, claiming it was inflicted by an individual during protests outside Delaney Hall.
“Those who assault law enforcement officers will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” stated Mullin. He detailed how a rioter violently attacked an ICE officer last night, leading to a charge against the instigator today.
Protesters opposing ICE claim that conditions at the Delaney Hall facility are inadequate, and some detainees have even resorted to hunger strikes in response. However, Mullin dismissed these claims, asserting that the hunger strikes arose from detainees requesting food that aligns with their cultural preferences.
He further stated, “There were only a handful of people who refused to eat because they wanted ethnically correct food. They can go back to their country and get whatever food they want. This is not a Holiday Inn.”
According to a statement from DHS, five of the six individuals arrested were believed to be agitators from outside the state, suggesting a coordinated attack against federal employees. The agency reported an alarming rise in threats against ICE personnel, citing an 8,000% increase in death threats and a 1,300% rise in assaults.
In a separate incident, a video revealed an individual at the Delaney Hall Center making threats to kill the family of an ICE agent. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed that efforts are underway to identify and apprehend this individual.
Currently, around 300 detainees are held at the Newark ICE facility, which has a capacity of about 1,000 beds. Detainees also have access to digital tablets for online connectivity.
“The Trump administration will always support federal law enforcement officers,” Mullin asserted. He reiterated that assaults against law enforcement will face full prosecution.
