Four things to know about the federal raid on Lake Street

On June 3, federal agents executed a raid at Las Cuatros Milpas restaurant in Minneapolis as part of an operation targeting human and drug trafficking across eight locations in the Twin Cities. Protesters gathered at the scene, confronting agents and expressing their discontent, while local officials learned about the raid through social media. Although no arrests were made at the restaurant, owner Francisco Estrada-Deltaro was detained at his home for illegally re-entering the country after multiple deportations. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Brian O’Hara criticized the agents' actions as "tone deaf," leading to calls from City Council members for a review of police compliance with sanctuary city principles. The raids followed a significant drug seizure of over 900 pounds of methamphetamine worth more than $22 million, which prompted a federal judge to authorize the operations.

Witnesses reported the presence of agents from multiple federal agencies, including the DEA and Homeland Security. The chaotic nature of the operation raised concerns about the effectiveness of communication between law enforcement and the community. Local leaders emphasize the need for clarity and adherence to city policies amid ongoing discussions about immigration and law enforcement practices.