DHS reports arrests of convicted sexual offenders, drug traffickers and other criminals in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge

• TrueDHS reports arrests of sex offenders and drug traffickers in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge
• TrueDHS says Minnesota jails hold more than 1,360 immigration detainers and urges state and local officials to honor them
• TrueDHS publishes names and alleged convictions of people arrested in Minnesota during Operation Metro Surge

Key takeaways

• DHS announced arrests in Minnesota made during Operation Metro Surge that it described as "worst of the worst" criminal illegal aliens.
• Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin urged Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to honor more than 1,360 immigration detainers in Minnesota jails.
• The release names eight individuals arrested, with reported convictions including criminal sexual conduct (including a victim under 16), drug trafficking, assault, domestic violence, theft, and a federal warrant for amphetamine sale.
• DHS provided a link to its "Worst of the Worst" Minnesota page (wow.dhs.gov/Minnesota) for more details and images.
• The announcement frames the arrests as part of DHS law enforcement efforts to remove violent criminal noncitizens from Minnesota streets.

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