249 people detained in Florida Highway Patrol traffic stops, sent to ICE
A three-day highway operation in South Florida led to 249 detentions, mostly drivers stopped for traffic violations who lacked valid licenses, with some offered voluntary return flights.
May 29, 2026FL

Florida Highway Patrol, in coordination with ICE, U.S. Border Patrol, and multiple state and local agencies, conducted a three-day enforcement operation called Operation 9 along South Florida highways. More than 100 officers from the participating agencies conducted traffic stops, with officers flagging individuals during routine stops for traffic violations and immigration violations, particularly when drivers lacked valid licenses. The operation resulted in 249 detentions, with those arrested processed at an FHP station and transferred to ICE custody, where they were offered voluntary return flights or the option to remain in custody pending immigration hearings.
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