How to Report ICE Activity
Learn the proper steps to submit a clear, verified ICE Tea Watch report.
How to Report ICE Activity
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Reporting takes less than 2 minutes and helps protect your entire community. Over 75% of successful field responses start with a clear report from someone like you.
What to Include in a Report
A strong report answers:
- 📍 Location – Street address, intersection, or nearby landmark
- 🚗 Vehicles – Type, color, make/model, license plates (if safe)
- 👮 Agents – Number of ICE agents or law enforcement officers
- 🕒 Time – Time of event and direction of movement
- 📸 Media – Photo/video evidence (only if safe to capture)
The more specific and clear your report, the more actionable it is.
Example Reports
✅ Good:
"3 ICE agents in navy jackets at Main St Walmart, 2pm. Black unmarked SUV, partial plate 83Z."
❌ Vague:
"ICE downtown maybe earlier?"
Safety Before Submission
Warning
Always make sure you’re safe before reporting.
Safety Checklist
- Are you in a secure location with no active agents nearby?
- Is your device locked (PIN, passcode, or biometric)?
- Can you document or submit without being seen or tracked?
- If not — memorize key details and wait to submit when safe.
What to Use for Encrypted Documentation
Most people use their phone camera — that's okay. Here's how to do it more securely:
- ✅ Use your phone’s native camera app with your screen lock turned on (PIN or biometrics = basic encryption)
- ✅ Use apps like Signal to take and send photos — they encrypt everything by default
- 🧊 Avoid uploading to Google Photos, iCloud, or shared folders
- 🔒 Don’t unlock your phone for agents — you have the right to stay silent
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Want extra protection? Apps like Simple Mobile Tools Camera or ObscuraCam let you blur faces and store locally, not in the cloud.
How Your Report Gets Verified
Every report goes through:
- Automated Review – Filters out spam, duplicates, and vague entries
- Human Verification – A trusted volunteer checks accuracy and context
Success
You don’t need to be a dispatcher to help — just share what you see, clearly and safely.
After You Submit
If verified:
- ✅ It’s added to the ICE Tea Dispatch
- 📢 Volunteers in that area may be alerted
- 🔐 Your data is encrypted and never shared with ICE or corporations
What Not to Do
| ❌ Don’t… | Because… |
|---|---|
| Approach or confront ICE agents | It puts you and others in danger |
| Film if you feel unsafe | Safety comes before footage |
| Share secondhand rumors | They spread panic and waste resources |
Step-by-Step Guide
- 👀 Observe from a safe distance
- 📱 Record details (or media, if safe)
- 🧾 Report via the online form
If you can witness, you can report. You don’t need to be an expert — just a neighbor who cares.
Tool Comparison
| Tool | Purpose | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ICE Tea Watch | Public reporting + heatmap view | No login required |
| ICE Tea Dispatch | Field team coordination | Requires login |
📘 Knowledge Check
What are the most important details to include in an ICE Tea Watch report?
It’s okay to report what you heard from a friend even if you didn’t witness it yourself.
Which of the following are safe and appropriate actions when reporting ICE activity?
Why should you avoid sharing rumors or secondhand info in a report?
What happens after you submit a report?
ICE Tea Watch reports are encrypted and never shared with law enforcement or corporations.
What tools or info can improve the usefulness of your report?
What should you do if it’s not safe to record during an ICE encounter?
Which tool should you use to submit a public report without logging in?
What is the first thing you should do before reporting an ICE encounter?
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