State and federal authorities conducted a raid at a horse racing track in Wilder, Idaho, detaining over 100 people, many of whom were zip-tied and separated from their families. Witnesses like Ashley Palomares and Anabel Romero, both U.S. citizens, described traumatic experiences during the operation, including aggressive treatment by law enforcement, family separations, and distressing scenes involving children. Palomares recounted being forcibly restrained and witnessing families torn apart, while Romero detailed the emotional ordeal of being separated from her young children, including a son with autism, and the harsh treatment she and her family endured.

The raid has left many affected individuals shaken, with reports of physical discomfort from restraints and lasting emotional trauma, especially among children. Romero criticized the authorities for their lack of compassion, emphasizing that not everyone present was involved in illegal activity and highlighting the trauma inflicted on innocent families. Both women’s accounts underscore concerns about the methods used during the raid and the impact on community members who were caught in the enforcement action.