ICE agents detain San Diego City College student and chase another onto campus

Federal immigration officials in unmarked vehicles pulled over a car near San Diego City College on Tuesday morning, arresting the driver, identified as a student, at approximately 9:30 a.m. A second occupant fled the scene, running onto the campus where agents pursued him for a short distance before ceasing the chase after recognizing they had entered college property. Campus witnesses later gathered and marked the ground with chalk messages in reaction to the incident.

San Diego City College confirmed it is providing counseling and legal services to students and staff affected by the arrests. ICE’s guidance labels colleges as "sensitive locations" but does not outright ban enforcement there, allowing limited actions under certain conditions. The episode highlights the nuanced policy that distinguishes public areas from restricted spaces such as private offices or residence halls.