In Rochester, local leadership criticized police officers for breaching sanctuary policies by responding to Border Patrol's request for assistance during a traffic stop. Mayor Malik Evans condemned the actions, asserting that city policy forbids police involvement in federal immigration enforcement. Police Chief David Smith expressed concern over the officers' compliance with standard procedures that contradicted city policy. In contrast, the Rochester Police Locust Club defended the officers, suggesting the mayor's outburst constituted an overreaction and claimed the officers were merely following protocols during an emergency.
Rochester police violated sanctuary policies by assisting Border Patrol, prompting Mayor Evans to reprimand officers for participation in federal immigration actions.
Police Chief Smith criticized the officers' actions, emphasizing that their response contradicts city policy against involvement in federal immigration activities.
The Rochester Police Locust Club defended the officers, describing the mayor's reaction as an overreaction and calling the incident a routine police procedure.
Mayor Evans reminded the force that their policy explicitly prohibits assisting in federal immigration enforcement, calling for a strict adherence to these guidelines.
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