Nearly 50 immigrants detained by ICE in two-year, South Carolina fake ID probe
A two-year investigation into fake identity documents in South Carolina led to the detention of 48 immigrants by ICE. The investigation targeted a metal casting business, Burnstein von Seelen Precision Castings, where two managers were arrested for allegedly hiring undocumented workers. Authorities indicated that the probe is ongoing, with potential for more arrests and indictments.
- ▪Federal officials detained 48 workers at Burnstein von Seelen Precision Castings in Abbeville.
- ▪Two top managers at the plant were arrested on allegations of knowingly hiring undocumented immigrants.
- ▪The investigation began in October 2024 and has resulted in state charges against several individuals for identity fraud.
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US News Nearly 50 immigrants detained by ICE in two-year, South Carolina fake ID probe By Associated Press Published June 4, 2026, 4:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A two-year investigation into immigrants with fake identity documents led to federal officials detaining 48 workers at a South Carolina metal casting business and six people facing state charges, including two top managers at the plant, authorities announced Thursday. Dozens of officials with federal and local law enforcement agencies raided Burnstein von Seelen Precision Castings in Abbeville on Wednesday. 4 Officials with law enforcement agencies raided Burnstein von Seelen Precision Castings in Abbeville on Wednesday.
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