Authorities indicated that further operations are planned across Colorado Springs, suggesting that the investigation is ongoing and may lead to additional arrests.

Among those detained were members of the Tren de Aragua gang from Venezuela and the MS-13 gang, both identified as violent threats to the U.S.

Some patrons were arrested on outstanding warrants, while others, including U.S. citizen Jose Dominguez, were briefly detained and released after their legal status was verified.

On April 27, 2025, the DEA executed a significant raid on an illegal nightclub in Colorado Springs, resulting in the detention of over 100 illegal immigrants and more than a dozen active-duty U.S. military personnel.

Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade expressed strong support for the law enforcement actions, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for criminal activity and the importance of upholding the rule of law.

This operation is part of a broader effort to combat violent criminal activity linked to lax immigration policies in Colorado, particularly concerning gangs like Tren de Aragua.

The Colorado Rapid Response Network urged the relatives of detained individuals to remind them of their rights, including the right to remain silent and request legal representation.

DEA Special Agent Jonathan Pullen confirmed that they are collaborating with the Army Criminal Investigation Division to investigate the roles of military personnel present at the nightclub.

President Donald Trump commented on the raid via his social media platform, labeling those detained as 'drug dealers, murderers, and other violent criminals,' although the DEA has not confirmed any murder accusations.

The raid uncovered evidence of prostitution and suspected human trafficking at the nightclub, which was operating without a liquor license.

The DEA utilized drones, a helicopter, and an armored vehicle during the operation, which had been under investigation for several months.

During the raid, one individual sustained life-threatening injuries while attempting to escape through a window, although no injuries were reported among law enforcement personnel.