A series of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids ignited widespread protests, confrontations and scenes of chaos as federal agents detained at least 44 individuals across Los Angeles on Friday.
Protesters swarmed the streets, some jumping in front of law enforcement vehicles, as KTLA captured the escalating tensions from both the air and ground through the day and night.
Agents moved in on at least three locations throughout the day. One of the most visible confrontations took place outside a Home Depot in the Westlake District, where day laborers often gather for temporary work.
ICE agents in riot gear were seen clashing with and chasing people through the parking lot as stunned shoppers looked on.
Another raid unfolded at a clothing store on Towne Avenue in the Fashio