Key Facts
• July 10, 2025: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raided legal cannabis farms in California.
• Location: Farms in Ventura County, approximately 90 km from Los Angeles.
• One worker fell 10 meters during the raid, later succumbing to injuries on July 11.
• 200 undocumented immigrants were arrested during the operation.
• 10 children, suspected victims of exploitation and trafficking, were rescued.
• Over 500 protesters clashed with law enforcement, leading to the use of tear gas.
• Four U.S. citizens were charged with assaulting or resisting officers.
• ICE vehicles were damaged, and one protester fired at law enforcement personnel.
• A $50,000 reward was announced for the arrest of the shooter.
• Glass House Brands, the farm owner, denied knowingly violating labor laws or employing minors.
• Former President Donald Trump condemned the attacks on ICE and supported law enforcement actions.
Summary
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid on legal cannabis farms in California’s Ventura County on July 10, 2025, resulted in the death of a worker who fell during the operation. The raid led to the arrest of 200 undocumented immigrants and the rescue of 10 children suspected of being victims of exploitation and trafficking. Protests erupted, with over 500 demonstrators clashing with law enforcement, prompting the use of tear gas. Four individuals were charged with assaulting officers, and a $50,000 reward was announced for the arrest of a protester who fired at law enforcement. Glass House Brands, the farm owner, denied any intentional labor law violations. Former President Donald Trump condemned the attacks on ICE and supported their actions to maintain order.
