Two Temple students, one former student impersonated ICE agent on campus: police

As tensions continue to grow over recent ICE raids across the country, police at Temple University are investigating a "disappointing" disruption on campus this weekend.

What we know:

Campus police say people impersonating U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were reported at Insomnia Cookies on Cecil B. Moore Avenue on Saturday night.

They were wearing shirts with "Police" and "ICE" in white lettering. One of the suspects was also seen recording the incident.

All three suspects also attempted to enter Johnson & Hardwick Residence Hall earlier that night, but were denied access, police say.

One Temple student has been arrested in connection to the incident, and has been placed on interm suspension as police investigate.

Aidan Steigelmann, 22, has been charged with Impersonating a public servant. | Philadelphia Police Department

Aidan Steigelmann, 22, is charged with Impersonating a public servant.

"It is deeply troubling and disappointing to know behavior like this reportedly occurred on our campus," Temple police said.

What we don't know:

On Tuesday, the university announced that all three suspects have been identified. Two current Temple students, who are under interim suspension, and one former student.

The identities of the other two suspects has yet to be released.

Only one suspect remains charged at this time. Police say the investigation involving the other two suspects is ongoing.

The backstory:

The incident comes just days after an ICE raid was reported at a Philadelphia car wash in response to President Trump’s demand that migrants involved in criminal activity be deported.

An eyewitness told Fox 29’s Jeff Cole what he saw. 

"They just came, and they took everyone away," the man said.

In response to recent reports, Temple University police are assuring students and staff that they have not seen any federal ICE agents on campus.

ICE responds

What they're saying:

An ICE spokesperson gave FOX 29 the following statement on the incident: 

"The impersonation of any law enforcement officer is not only dangerous, but illegal, and imposters may be charged under federal law 18 USC 912. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and agents are highly trained and dedicated professionals who are sworn to uphold the law, protect the American people and support U.S. national security. Anyone who suspects they have encountered an imposter is encouraged to contact local law enforcement."

The Source: Information from this article was provided by Temple Univeristy police.

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