Immigration agents take people into custody at future Norcross police site

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matt Johnson, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 22, 2026 · 2 min read

A Gwinnett County woman is searching for her husband after witnesses say federal immigration agents took four people into custody at a city construction site. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Linda Reyes said she took her husband, Jose Perez, to work Tuesday morning and...

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The incident at the future Norcross police site raises concerns about the impact of federal immigration enforcement on local communities. The fact that the operation occurred at a construction site for a public safety building, which will soon house the city's police department and municipal court, is particularly noteworthy. This highlights the complexities of immigration enforcement in areas where local and federal authorities intersect. The City of Norcross' statement that it played no role in the operation and will continue to comply with the law while serving and protecting the community suggests a delicate balance between federal and local responsibilities. As the city prepares to open its new public safety facility, residents like Linda Reyes will be watching to see how local officials navigate these issues and ensure that all members of the community, regardless of immigration status, have access to necessary services and support.

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Category: safety · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 2 min

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Immigration agents take people into custody at future Norcross police site

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