117 Arrested in ICE Operations Across East TN

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ICE New Orleans and partners arrested 117 undocumented people in Sevier County and nearby areas during May 24–31.

WHO: ICE New Orleans with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners; Sevierville Police Department

WHAT: Targeted ICE enforcement operation resulting in 117 arrests of undocumented individuals

WHEN: Jun 17, 2026 at 10:23 AM ET

WHERE: Sevier County and surrounding areas of East Tennessee

WHY: ICE says the operation targeted people posing public safety risks, including criminal histories such as theft, domestic assault, DUI, and attempted aggravated sexual battery.

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