At least 450 people taken into ICE custody at Hyundai plant in Georgia

[ad_1] United States immigration authorities have arrested not less than 450 folks in a raid on a Hyundai manufacturing website in Georgia, federal officers confirmed Friday.

The Hyundai facility, situated in Ellabell, Georgia -- roughly 30 miles west of Savannah -- was raided “as a part of an ongoing prison investigation into allegations of illegal employment practices and different critical federal crimes,” in keeping with a press release from a public affairs officer with the Division of Homeland Safety.

“This operation underscores our dedication to defending jobs for Georgians, guaranteeing a degree taking part in discipline for companies that adjust to the regulation, safeguarding the integrity of our economic system, and defending employees from exploitation,” the assertion continued.

Hyundai launched a press release concerning the raid, saying it was conscious of the incident and “carefully monitoring the state of affairs and dealing to know the particular circumstances.”

“As of immediately, it's our understanding that none of these detained is immediately employed by Hyundai Motor Firm,” Hyundai mentioned.

In a press briefing on Friday, the South Korea's overseas ministry mentioned it has conveyed its "considerations and remorse" to the US over the raid on a Hyundai-LG battery plant, "urging particular consideration to make sure that the professional rights and pursuits of our residents should not violated."

The Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America is seen on March 26, 2025, in Ellabell, Ga.

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"The financial actions of our corporations investing within the U.S. and the rights and pursuits of our nationals should not be unfairly violated," a spokesperson for the overseas ministry mentioned.

Consular officers have been despatched to the plant and native diplomatic missions have been instructed to arrange a process power to handle points associated to the raid.

“This investigation is concentrated on guaranteeing accountability for individuals who violate the regulation and upholding the rule of regulation,” the DHS spokesperson mentioned.

Federal officers are planning a press briefing to launch extra info "concerning a current prison search warrant and enforcement actions to fight unlawful employment practices within the state of Georgia," in keeping with DHS officers.