ICE arrests 121 people during summer-long operation at Texas lake
Sep 6, 2026·Location: Lake Lewisville, TX

ICE's Dallas office conducted a summer-long enforcement operation around Lake Lewisville, Texas, running from June 27 through Labor Day weekend, resulting in 121 arrests. The operation was conducted in coordination with state and local law enforcement to assist with lake-related investigations and allow local agencies to focus on boating safety enforcement. ICE said two of those arrested were allegedly affiliated with the Tren de Aragua gang, and officials stated that every person arrested had a criminal record, including charges such as assault, theft, burglary, DWI, evading arrest, family violence, and sexual assault of a child.
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- ICE Dallas arrests 121 people, including 2 alleged Tren de Aragua members, during North Texas operation
CBS News·Sep 25, 2026
- ICE arrests 121 during summer enforcement initiative in Texas lake community, including 2 members of the Tren de Aragua terrorist organization
ice.gov·Sep 25, 2026·archived copy
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