MORRISTOWN, N.J. (PIX11) — Multiple individuals were swept up during an ICE raid in Morristown, New Jersey, on Sunday morning, according to local officials.Federal immigration and customs enforcement agents raided a local laundromat and businesses in the area of Speedwell Avenue and Henry Street. More Local News Local officials stated that they were not notified in advance about the raids, nor did they participate or offer assistance.Mayor Tim Dougherty addressed the recent raids on Facebook, seeking help from immigration attorneys, preferably on a pro bono basis, and urged the local community to stay vigilant.“The people who were picked up probably do not have the means to pay for immigration attorneys, but they need to know their rights and get as much protection as humanly possible,” said Dougherty.“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and the people who were caught up in the sweep,” he added. “Stay focused, stay alert, and keep the faith.” Make PIX11 your preferred news source on Google: Here’s how PIX11 News reached out to the Department of Homeland Security for a statement. A response had not been provided at the time the story was published.Ben Mitchell is a digital content producer from Vermont who has covered both local and international news since 2021. He joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of his work here.Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to PIX11.