Police sources report federal, state and local law enforcement took part in an immigration raid Tuesday morning at Delta Downs Racetrack, Casino and Hotel near Vinton.
Vinton Police Chief Scott Spell confirmed his department was notified Tuesday morning of an operation being conducted by Louisiana State Police, Homeland Security Investigations and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Spell said Vinton Police were not involved in the operation, as Delta Downs is not within city limits.
ICE has not responded to questions about Tuesday morning’s raid or disclosed the number of individuals questioned, detained or arrested.
State Police representatives confirmed that they assisted with federal partners this morning but would not provide specific details.
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CDC Gaming Editor’s Note:
Boyd Gaming Corporation issued a statement on Tuesday afternoon, reading “Our Company complies fully with federal labor laws, and to our knowledge, no Delta Downs team members were involved in this matter. We will cooperate with law enforcement as requested.”
