How to Spot ICE

When gathering evidence of ICE misconduct, it is important gather as much information as possible. The SALUTE method provides a good framework when prioritizing information:

SIZE/STRENGTH: 7-9 armed agents

ACTIONS/ACTIVITY: Waiting outside of a marked Homeland Security van

LOCATION: At the corner of First and Main streets, south side of the street

UNIFORM: Wearing vests that say POLICE ICE on the back

TIME AND DATE OF OBSERVATION: August 22 at 3:56 pm

EQUIPMENT AND WEAPONS: They have Kevlar vests, riot shields, and pepper spray

In addition to SALUTE, here are some general guidelines to follow when documenting ICE interactions on your phone:

• Stay at least 2.5 meters/10 feet away from agents while recording. In the United States, you have a legal right to record, but they don't care about that.
• Rotate your phone to a horizontal orientation to maximize ground captured on camera.
• Prioritize recording the agents over the civilians being harassed.
• Narrate what is happening. These scenes are often chaotic. Providing narration helps the viewers stay grounded in what is happening. Note the:
  • Date and time
  • Location
  • License plate numbers, car model, and any other identifiable information.
• Do not immediately post onto social media such as Facebook or Instagram Live. Modern social media companies are adverse to anti-ICE information sharing. For optimal data security, save locally to your phone and immediately send it to a trusted friend.