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Immigration officers have arrived in Charlotte as part of the Trump administration's growing operation on illegal immigration, according to official statements.

The operation, dubbed "Operation Charlotte's Web", was disclosed on Saturday, with authorities stating that "criminal illegal aliens" would be primary subjects in the metropolitan region.

"Federal authorities are sending immigration officers to this location to maintain public safety and remove dangerous individuals," a spokesperson announced.

Local officials, including Mayor of Charlotte Li Vyles, released a unified declaration condemning the initiative, saying it was causing "needless concern and instability" in the local population.

Operation Details

Military-style vehicles and tactical squads could be deployed for the local crackdown, according to internal government documents.

Several church members working on grounds at a eastern Charlotte church escaped to nearby forest when agents arrived, with an individual being taken into custody, according to witness statements.

"We thought church was safe and no incidents would occur," a 15-year-old witness told reporters.

National Framework

Since the presidential term renewal, federal authorities have been sent to several locations including major metropolitan areas to implement the promise of "the biggest immigration enforcement effort" in US history.

The Department of Homeland Security said they are carrying out the campaign because North Carolina has not respected the approximately 1,400 ICE detainees, meaning they had been freed due to "sanctuary policies".

Local Designation

This municipality is not a immigration haven - urban areas that have policies in place to limit the assistance given to federal immigration authorities - but it is a "designated immigrant-friendly municipality". This is a formal designation for urban centers that are dedicated to immigration inclusion.

"Federal officials will step up to protect US citizens when sanctuary politicians decline," authorities declared.

Population Background

Charlotte is an culturally varied city, with about 17% of population being immigrants, according to census information.

Government agencies has not said how long the enforcement actions will continue. Chicago's crackdown, which started last fall is continuing.

Official Response

In recent days, US Representative and Democrat, Alma Adams said she was made aware of the initiative and was "extremely concerned" about federal officers coming to this region.

The next city on the federal schedule is set to be the Louisiana city, according to information, and that as many as 200 agents could be deployed to the city.

Enforcement actions in earlier locations like major urban centers have received backlash over allegations of overly aggressive tactics.

Assistance Availability

Authorities said there are "a number of organisations prepared to help those requiring counsel on immigration matters".

• Immigration law groups are available to support those impacted
• Community resources can provide guidance on legal protections
• Government procedures exist for expressing worries about enforcement actions