The Arizona Democratic lawmakers stated, “Abuse of minors is a heinous act, a felony and carries high penalties under Arizona law. Should jurisdiction technicalities bar state and county law enforcement officials from investigating and prosecuting these alleged crimes, we call upon you to demand action and accountability from federal law enforcement officials such that these crimes do not go unaddressed in Arizona.”
“Arizona cannot stand by idly as children within our borders are mistreated and abused. It matters not where the abuse occurs or by whom,” they concluded.
Gov. Ducey’s spokesman Patrick Ptak told ABC 15, “We are working with federal authorities to gather the facts and ensure any and all allegations are being properly and seriously addressed and that these children are safe.”
On Wednesday, a spokesperson for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) told NBC News that the allegations against agents at the Yuma facility “do not align with common practice at our facilities and will be fully investigated.”
