More than 130 arrested in Charlotte immigration raids

Immigration Enforcement & Community Impact - Federal agents increased immigration enforcement in Charlotte, arresting over 130 people since Saturday [1] - Some detainees have criminal histories, including assault, DUIs, and gang affiliation, but the exact number is unspecified [1] - Encounters between officers and residents turned angry and chaotic, with one officer injured [2] - A witness reported over 20 border patrol agents at a community center for refugee and immigrant children, though no children were present [2][3] Business & Economic Effects - Hispanic-owned businesses, like Manolo's bakery, closed to avoid becoming targets [4][5] - Manolo's bakery remained closed for a third straight day, with the owner unsure how long it would last [4] - Community support rallied behind the bakery, a staple in the immigrant neighborhood for almost three decades [6] Societal Concerns - Residents expressed fear and division within the community due to the increased enforcement [3] - Some citizens feel the need to carry their passports for safety, even without international travel [3][4]