![]() ![]() Reyes also declined to disclose the legal status of the workers, but said “statistically, there’s the possibility that some that we interviewed are undocumented.” He was unsure if ICE or Homeland Security detained anyone. His agents did not arrest any individuals, but interviewed an undisclosed number of witnesses and victims. The alleged wrongdoing, Reyes said, could potentially include charges of endangerment of workers, exploitation, illegal business practices, trafficking, unfair competition, coercion and unsafe conditions. The office discovered a federal case had already been opened against the employer and joined the investigation. Over the past several months, Reyes said, his team has received complaints about the company working at the airport from government officials, citizens and the business community. The statement also noted that Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes’ office was involved. ![]() “Depending on the results of this action, more information may be released at a later date.” “Since this is an ongoing operation, no further details can be released at this time,” wrote ICE spokesman Carl Rusnok.
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