Haiti police confront public frustration after deadly gang attack kills 47
Summary
Armed gangs in Haiti killed 47 people and kidnapped more than 50 in an attack near the capital, Port-au-Prince. The national police face criticism for not stopping gang violence, which has increased since the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moise and the country’s ongoing political instability.Key Facts
- On August 23, gangs attacked Kenscoff, killing 47 people and kidnapping over 50.
- Police say they have no clear plans yet to respond to the mass kidnapping.
- One gang leader threatened to kill all hostages if police kill any gang members.
- An estimated 70% of Port-au-Prince is controlled by gangs.
- Since Moise’s assassination in 2021, Haiti has lacked national elections and political stability.
- More than 3,050 people were killed by violence in Haiti between January and June 2023, according to the UN.
- Over 1.5 million people have been displaced by gang clashes across the country.
- A UN-backed Gang Suppression Force began arriving in Haiti in April to fight gang violence but has had limited success so far.
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