Mexico City: A government raid at midnight in Chihuahua led migrants to set fires in a desperate protest.
Blaze Erupts at Border Encampment
Migrants burned mattresses and blankets, trying to avoid arrest during the operation near the U.S. border.
Security Forces Surround Encampment
Around 250 officials, including National Guard military police in riot gear, encircled the camp to remove occupants.
Protesters Attempt Escape with Belongings
Witnesses said migrants carried babies and personal items as they fled, setting fires in defiance of authorities.
Blaze Quickly Contained
The fire, extinguished in less than an hour, caused no injuries or fatalities, according to initial reports.
Officials Aim to Relocate Migrants
The raid aimed to move migrants to Mexico’s southern border, where they’d face instructions to return home.
Mexico’s Agency Silent on Incident
Mexico’s migration agency has not responded to questions about the raid or its broader objectives.
Trump’s Upcoming Inauguration Adds Pressure
The raid came before U.S. President-elect Trump’s inauguration, amid his criticism of Mexico’s handling of migration.
