In an operation led by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in Colorado, approximately 114 undocumented immigrants were detained at an underground nightclub after a monthslong investigation. The raid, which occurred on Saturday night into Sunday, was part of a larger investigation into drug trafficking and prostitution occurring at the venue, located in a strip mall. DEA Special Agent Jonathan Pullen stated that during the operation, law enforcement discovered firearms, drugs—including cocaine—and found that some patrons were active-duty service members working as security or posing as customers.
The raid, captured on video and shared on social media, involved tactical teams surrounding the club and issuing warnings in both English and Spanish for individuals to exit peacefully. Pullen noted that the venue was suspected of facilitating significant criminal activity, including drug deals and acts of violence. The investigation remains active, with additional operations being planned across the city.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi identified some of those detained as members of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang and the MS-13 gang, both deemed violent threats. Although President Trump praised the raid as a win against illegal immigration, he included unverified claims about those detained being involved in severe crimes like murder.
While law enforcement categorized the operation as part of a broader crackdown on illegal immigration, advocates for immigrant rights expressed concerns regarding large-scale detentions and urged affected individuals to seek legal counsel. One detained partygoer recounted being handcuffed during the checks but was ultimately released, underscoring the tumultuous atmosphere surrounding the event.
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