Paramount Clash: Sheriff Explains Response, Mayor Highlights Communication Breakdown

Paramount, Calif., witnessed a clash between protestors and federal agents on June 7th, prompting a response from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Sheriff Robert Luna stated, "The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department does not and will not participate in civil immigration enforcement." This non-participation policy, he clarified, is both departmental and county-wide. The incident escalated when protestors began throwing objects at the federal agents, leading to a request for assistance from the sheriff's department. Mayor Peggy Lemons expressed concern regarding the lack of communication from the authorities, saying, "One of the big issues is just lack of communication from the authorities when something like this happens." She emphasized the need for better communication to improve preparedness and educate residents. The incident underscores the need for clear communication channels between authorities and the public during tense situations.