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The state AG has rolled out a recent reporting form asking locals to submit images and footage of immigration raids across the state. This step comes just a shortly after a major ICE raid disrupted Manhattan's Chinatown, prompting large-scale outcry.

US Citizens Held In ICE Operation

A US congressman revealed during a Wednesday press conference that four American citizens were detained and held for "about 24 hours" following the enforcement action. Rallies broke out in NYC on both Tuesday and Wednesday.

"All New York residents has the right to live without fear," the AG stated in a release.

"If you witnessed and documented immigration enforcement recently, I encourage you to share that evidence with my office. We are pledged to reviewing these accounts and determining any legal breaches."

Submission Process

The form includes options to upload photos and videos of the operation, as well as a area to specify where it occurred. When submitting, submitters must check a checkbox that states that "the attorney general might employ any evidence provided in a public document, such as in a legal proceeding or public report."

Information about the ICE Action

The Chinatown raid, which observers say featured more than 50 ICE personnel, occurred in a famous area of NYC where fake handbags, accessories, jewelry and other goods are sold daily in large quantities – often to visitors.

Videos of the incident reveal multiple hooded and equipped federal agents zip-tying and detaining a individual, and forcing aside onlookers. Masses of residents pursued the personnel through the streets. An armored military vehicle was noticed moving along the urban roads.

Leadership Statements

At a news conference featuring the New York immigrant rights coalition, the congressman, a Democratic representative, stated that four American citizens were detained by ICE for about 24 hours and that there were "no situations where nationals should be taken for unjustly." He noted the persons were let go on the following day with no charges filed.

"The intent is obvious here. It is not focused on deporting lawbreakers," Goldman said. "This is a armed campaign to provoke unrest. It is simply a justification to generate turmoil for this administration to utilize the troops to halt violence that they initiated."

Extensive Outcry

Outrage over the ICE raid rapidly grew – all three political contenders denounced the raid, along with the state leader.

"Yet again, the Trump administration chooses oppressive displays that generate terror, not safety. It must stop," one mayoral candidate declared.

The city's immigrant rights groups voiced concern as well.

"Federal officers descended on Manhattan's Chinatown with military-style vehicles, hooded officers and protective equipment to go after street vendors working to survive. This operation had nothing to do with community security and everything to do with frightening communities and areas," said the president of a advocacy group.

Official Guidelines

Official guidelines prohibits the holding of citizens and the organization has claimed it does not apprehend American nationals. Yet, independent reporting has found that numerous US citizens have been taken illegally by immigration authorities since the start of the current administration.

Ongoing Trend

ICE raids have been cropping up increasingly in the state and nationwide lately.

A recent action in midtown Manhattan was the initial documented operation on an housing center of the current administration. Rallies against ICE are widespread as are claims of aggression and cruel conditions.

Latest, a letter provided by legal entities claimed medical neglect of women with child in government custody.