Two unmarked vehicles driven by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officers left the parking lot of Herbert Ibarra Elementary School Friday following a confrontation by "community patrols," although ICE officials deny the agency was conducting an operation on school property.

The school's principal, Valerie Jurado, said in a statement to families of students that although she was unaware of any affiliation between the vehicles and any government agencies, she acknowledged how the belief made people uneasy.

"We understand how unsettling this report is and we stand with our community in our desire for ALL our students to be in a safe learning environment," Jurado wrote. "Our teachers and staff remain ready to support our students and ensure a day of calm and learning.

"We encourage our

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