March 31, 2026 ICE was confirmed on the Mountain!

ICE…What to do

If you witness ICE activity in Big Bear, immediately report it to the San Bernardino/Riverside Rapid Response hotline at 909-361-4588. Safely document the event (video, agent badge numbers, license plates) from a distance without interfering. Do not lie or give false documents, and remind the person being detained they have the right to remain silent.
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Key Actions and Resources:
*Report Activity: Call the Southern California Rapid Response Network (24/7) at 888-624-4752.
*Document: Note the time, location, number of agents, and vehicle information.
*Safety First: Do not physically interfere with agents, as this can lead to your arrest.
*Locate Individuals: Use the ICE Detainee Locator or call 866-347-2423.
*Legal Support: Contact organizations like CHIRLA (213-353-1333) or the ACLU of SoCal.

Rights to Remember:
*You have the right to record video/audio of ICE agents in public.
*Agents cannot enter a home without a warrant signed by a judge.
*Individuals detained do not have to sign any documents without a lawyer.

Key Actions for Bystanders
*Record Everything: Use your phone to record the interaction, holding it visibly but from a safe distance.
*Do Not Interfere: Do not physically block, touch, or interfere with agents, as this can lead to your arrest.
*Document Details: Write down officer badge numbers, names, vehicle numbers, and times.
*Identify the Person: If possible, safely ask the person being detained for their name and a family member’s contact number.
*Report to Rapid Response: Call a local immigrant rights organization or Rapid Response hotline to report the location and details of the incident.
*Support the Family: If you have information, contact the person’s family or an immigration attorney.