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Body-Cam Footage Shows ICE Ignoring Police, Trust Erodes

4/24/2026

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ICE Agents Dismiss Concerns

Over 100 hours of body-camera footage show ICE agents dismissing police concerns, profanity and force during the South Burlington standoff.
ICE agents entered a South Burlington home to detain Christian Jerez-Andrade, as protesters secured detainees’ release and ICE vehicle’s removal.
The raid continued after an eight-hour warrant wait despite FBI and Homeland Security offering alternatives.
Public Safety Commissioner Jennifer Morrison warned the operation threatens community trust and could spur unrest.

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George Diverts Arrests

State’s Attorney Sarah George, up for re-election this fall, will divert six protest-related arrests to a restorative-justice program.
The six arrests stem from recent Burlington protests and will now be handled without criminal prosecution.
Commissioner Jennifer Morrison and Director Matthew Birmingham warned the decision could embolden future unrest.
Interim Police Chief Shawn Burke announced Burlington police will not participate in the restorative-justice process.

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ICE Agents Dismiss Concerns

Over 100 hours of body-camera footage show ICE agents dismissing police concerns, profanity and force during the South Burlington standoff.
ICE agents entered a South Burlington home to detain Christian Jerez-Andrade, as protesters secured detainees’ release and ICE vehicle’s removal.
The raid continued after an eight-hour warrant wait despite FBI and Homeland Security offering alternatives.
Public Safety Commissioner Jennifer Morrison warned the operation threatens community trust and could spur unrest.

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