07/12/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 12, 2026 — The Dublin Police Department believes accountability to our community is one of the most important cornerstones of our agency. We understand the importance of transparency and want to address the events that occurred on July 11, 2026.
The Dublin Police Department operates under local policies that guide our interactions and cooperation with federal immigration authorities, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These policies are focused on individuals with prior criminal issues and are intended to ensure that all actions taken by our officers are lawful and consistent with our responsibilities to public safety.
The three individuals detained by Dublin Police Department during yesterday’s events were not members of our local community and had previous deportation-related issues. All actions taken were lawful and in accordance with local policy. We do not target local businesses or schools.
We are aware of a video circulating on social media involving an interaction between our officers and a citizen. The video being shared does not capture the entirety of the encounter. As with any incident involving our officers, we are committed to conducting a thorough internal review to ensure our actions align with department policies, professional standards, and the law.
Racism has no place in our community or within the Dublin Police Department. We are committed to ensuring every person is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our ongoing commitment to fairness and accountability, the officer involved, along with all Dublin Police Department officers, will receive additional training in cultural diversity and racial bias awareness.
The Dublin Police Department is here to serve and work with every member of our community. Victims of crime will never be asked about their immigration status when seeking assistance from our department. We have supported victims in the past through the U visa process and will continue to assist eligible victims in accessing available resources and protections.
Public safety depends on trust, cooperation, and partnership. We remain committed to working with our entire community and ensuring that every action taken by our officers is lawful, professional, and consistent with our mission to serve and protect.
Respectfully,
Cameron Ray
Chief of Police