In a stark contrast to New York City's self-proclaimed status as a "Sanctuary City," a disturbing trend has been exposed in surrounding areas. Local police departments in the suburbs and nearby towns are reportedly engaging in routine collaboration with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, often leading to the detention and deportation of undocumented immigrants. Despite NYC's policies protecting undocumented residents from federal authorities, these neighboring communities are seemingly bypassing those safeguards, raising concerns about the safety and rights of immigrant communities in the region. As New Yorkers continue to debate the merits of sanctuary policies, this revelation highlights the complexities and inconsistencies in how immigration enforcement is carried out across the five boroughs and beyond.


Outside NYC’s ‘Sanctuary City,’ Local Police Routinely Collude With ICE  THE CITY - NYC News