ICE gives update on those detained in South Omaha operation

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) gave an update on those detained on Tuesday’s operation in South Omaha Saturday night.

In their update, ICE says three people who were here illegally from Mexico voluntarily returned to their home country.

Officials also say three other people in the country illegally from Guatemala were transferred to Louisiana where they’ll wait for their “future removal.”

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NEED ASSISTANCE?

Officials also provided contact information for agencies and resources that could help those needing general or even emergency assistance.

The Center for Immigration and Refugee Advancement is also providing assistance and resources. They can be reached at 402-884-0876.

Nebraska Immigration Legal Services, located at 4223 Center St. in Omaha, provides pro-bono services for those impacted. Their toll-free hotline is at 1-855-307-6730.

Those needing assistance from the Mexican consulate can call 402-595-1841. For emergency assistance, call 402-312-5006.

Those needing assistance from the consulate for El Salvador can call 402-502-1030.

Those needing assistance from the Guatemalan consulate can call 531-910-0236. If it’s an emergency, call 531-999-0083.

HOW TO HELP

Donations to help those impacted can be made to Heartland Workers Center, located at 4923 S. 24th St. in Omaha. They can be reached at 402-933-6095.

The Center for Immigration and Refugee Advancement has asked that anyone who wants to make a donation to help cover bond fees to do so online via the Prairielands Freedom Fund website.

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