Gang raid in Haiti: 50 people lost their lives

Armed gangs launched an attack on a town near Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. According to initial reports, 50 people lost their lives in the attack. Local security forces reported that they have launched an operation to prevent the attackers from taking control of the region.

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Gang raid in Haiti: 50 people lost their lives

In Haiti, which is struggling with famine, gangs raided the town of Kenscoff, located 10 kilometers from Port-au-Prince. At least 50 people died in the attack, in which 100 houses were reportedly burned down.

Following the inadequacy of security forces, police reinforcements were dispatched to the town.

According to a statement by an independent non-governmental organization in Haiti, 100 houses were burned in the attacks. According to initial reports, 50 people lost their lives and many others were injured in the attacks.

The gangs carried out the attack in order to take control of the region.

Meanwhile, Haiti Police Spokesperson Michel-Ange Louis stated in a statement to the local press that they had killed 20 armed gang members and that everything necessary was being done to ensure security.

In 2024, more than 5 thousand people died in armed gang attacks in Haiti.

WHAT IS HAPPENING IN HAITI?

Haiti, which has been struggling with problems such as political, economic, and security crises for years, is facing the danger of famine with a population exceeding 11 million.

Violence is increasing in the country, where armed gangs control 80 percent of the capital.

Due to the violence in the country, former Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigned in April 2024, and the Transitional Council established appointed Garry Conille as prime minister.