The Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix says the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office is working with the immigration and customs enforcement. It recently published this information via social media to the Mexican community.
The consulate says it received community concerns and reports from the families of detained individuals residing in Maricopa County.
While the consulate recognizes that the sheriff’s office and ICE work with each other, it says it prioritizes protecting Mexican nationals in Maricopa and Pinal counties.
A spokesperson with the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office says the agency has not changed its policies or guidance when working with federal partners. That means sheriff deputies use their discretion to contact federal officials when they deem appropriate in situations, such as traffic stops.
The statement from the consul’s office says it’s available to offer services to Mexican nationals regardless of immigration status.
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