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Dozens of Trafficked Illegal Immigrants Rescued From California Illegal Marijuana Site
Approximately 60 illegal immigrants who are victims of human trafficking were found living in “horrible” conditions and working as apparent indentured laborers at an illegal marijuana grow operation in Northern California, but law enforcement was unable to detain them because of the state’s sanctuary-state policies.
The Merced County Sheriff’s Department in California discovered several migrants who are human trafficking victims living in “horrible” conditions and working as apparent indentured laborers at an illegal marijuana grow operation in Merced, Calif., on July 26, 2023. Courtesy of Merced County Sheriff’s Department
The Merced County Sheriff’s Department in California discovered dozens of illegal immigrants on July 26 living in “horrible” conditions and working as apparent indentured laborers at an illegal marijuana growing operation.
Sheriff’s investigators determined the approximately 60 people found were victims of human trafficking but were not allowed to detain them because of the state’s sanctuary-state policies.
Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
