The prolonged confrontation between protesters and police at Delaney Hall, an immigration detention center in New Jersey, continues to result in arrests. This action is tied to political activists with a goal of promoting an open-borders agenda.
On Sunday, protesters were once again arrested after obstructing vehicle access outside the facility. The protesters were forcibly moved off the street, with some being tackled and detained following clashes with Newark Police. Despite repeated instructions to “back up,” some activists refused compliance. A video posted online shows one activist holding his head after a fall, but he returned to filming from a safer distance, seemingly uninjured.
According to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, six people were arrested between Saturday night and Sunday morning on rioting and failure to disperse charges. This included two individuals who had previously been arrested.
“The arrests followed incidents where protesters committed property damage and blocked Delaney Hall’s entrance,” Miranda stated. “This posed a public safety risk for everyone involved, including detainees.”
Charges were pressed against Allison Wuu, 19, from Colorado, and Lucas Jimenez, 18, from New Jersey, who were arrested earlier in the month. Additional arrests on Sunday included Drew Larsen, 28, from Brooklyn, Solomon Dunston, 30, from New Jersey, Rayaan Baywa, 22, from Connecticut, and Julianna Wurst, 19, from New Jersey. All face charges of rioting and failing to disperse, awaiting legal proceedings.
Reports show protesters disrupting vehicles, blocking exits, and sometimes being forcibly moved by vehicles trying to leave the scene. Miranda stressed on social media the importance of peaceful protests, affirming that the city will not tolerate destruction of property or violence.
Further incidents include anti-ICE agitators captured on video resisting authorities and allegedly attempting to obstruct vehicles. Fox News Digital reached out for more details on the activities from Miranda’s office.
Tom Homan, a border official, commented on “FOX & Friends” that many involved in inciting violence are from out of state, suggesting a coordinated effort among these groups. This contrasts with local protesters who reportedly engage peacefully.
Regarding ongoing detainee protests, some have claimed a hunger strike; however, reports indicate an increase in snack purchases at the facility. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin noted, “We’re providing sufficient calories, this isn’t Holiday Inn.”
As of now, about 90 arrests have occurred since the unrest began. The Associated Press contributed to this report.