Houston officials said Tuesday that they have received disturbing reports of people impersonating Homeland Security special agents and telling residents to evacuate in order to rob their homes. The city of Houston said people should ask anyone knocking on their doors for official badges and credentials with their name and organization. The city's statement also notes that during Harvey relief efforts, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not conducting immigration enforcement operations in the area. “Real HSI officials wear badges that are labeled ‘special agent,’ which members of the public can ask to see and verify,” reads a statement provided to Fox News. ICE officers with Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) also wear badges labeled with ERO Officer.

Source: Fox News August 30, 2017 04:30 UTC