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Haitians demand answers after gangs kill 47, kidnap more than 50
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Haiti’s National Police faced criticism for failing to prevent a recent gang attack in Kenscoff that resulted in 47 deaths and over 50 kidnappings, with police offering limited public information on rescue plans.
- A gang leader has threatened to execute hostages if any gang members are killed, heightening tensions as displaced residents and authorities grapple with the aftermath.
- Despite a reported 66% reduction in violence in Kenscoff earlier this year, gangs continue to exert control over large parts of Port-au-Prince and central Haiti, contributing to widespread insecurity and displacement.
- The U.S. deported more than 50 people to northern Haiti amid escalating violence, including individuals with tenuous connections to the country, raising concerns about their safety and support upon return.
- Humanitarian groups warn that the Haitian government currently cannot guarantee protection for returnees or residents due to ongoing gang violence, which has displaced nearly 1.5 million people nationwide.
