ICE Arrests Near San Diego Schools Spark Outcry from Officials
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests of parents and students near schools in San Diego have triggered a new outcry from local officials and the San Diego Unified School District. While not occurring on school grounds, the arrests, including incidents…
San Diego, CA, September 11, 2026 —
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests occurring near educational institutions in San Diego have prompted a strong reaction from local officials and the San Diego Unified School District. These enforcement actions, while not taking place on school property, are reportedly happening in close proximity to schools and colleges, leading to concerns about their impact on students and families.
The arrests have been noted in areas adjacent to facilities such as John Marshall Elementary School and San Diego City College. According to reports, these activities are occurring in a manner that places them within the sight of students. This proximity has fueled demands from local stakeholders for ICE to cease enforcement operations in the vicinity of these schools.
The San Diego Unified School District and various local officials have voiced their opposition, expressing that such enforcement actions can create an atmosphere of fear and disruption for students and the wider school community. The exact number of arrests or specific individuals targeted were not detailed in the information provided. Furthermore, details regarding the timeline or specific nature of the recent incidents leading to this outcry were not explicitly stated.
Calls have been made for ICE to review its protocols regarding enforcement activities near schools to ensure the safety and educational environment of students are not compromised. The contractor involved in these operations was not identified. The outcome of any reviews or specific responses from ICE to these demands were also not detailed in the provided summary.
Local officials are seeking clarification and a commitment from ICE to avoid conducting arrests in locations that could cause distress or intimidation to students traveling to or from their educational institutions.
Story summarized from the original created by Lillian Perlmutter • Times of San Diego on timesofsandiego.com, see more information here.
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