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Haiti gang violence

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Haitian gang threatens to kill more than 50 hostages in Kenscoff

On August 23, armed gang members associated with the Viv Ansanm coalition attacked the Kenscoff community, resulting in at least 47 deaths and the abduction of over 50 people. A gang leader identified as Izo 2 released a video threatening to execute the hostages if the Haitian National Police continued their security operations. Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé vowed to continue these operations and restore government authority, while the Haitian National Police launched an investigation into potential security negligence. The U.N. reported that 22 of the victims were executed while seeking shelter in a religious compound.

conflict20h ago

Gang attacks continue in Kenscoff, Haiti

On August 26, a gang attack in the hillside town of Kenscoff resulted in at least 47 deaths and the displacement of more than 2,600 residents. The incident occurred as Haiti prepares for scheduled presidential and general elections on December 13, despite a rise in nationwide violence that has left 3,050 people dead in the first half of 2026. Data from the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti indicates that ransom kidnappings increased 47% in the second quarter of the year, while 1.47 million people remain internally displaced due to ongoing conflict.

conflict23h ago

Killings reported in Kenscoff amid ongoing gang violence in Haiti

Killings were reported in Kenscoff, Haiti, amidst ongoing gang violence in the region. The incident was covered in a report issued by France 24 on August 26, 2026. This violence highlights the persistent instability caused by gang activity in the area.

conflict2d ago

Haiti Gang Attack Kills at Least 47 in Kenscoff Church Shelter

Between August 23 and 24, 2026, members of the Viv Ansanm gang coalition attacked a church shelter in Kenscoff, a hillside municipality overlooking Port-au-Prince, resulting in at least 47 reported deaths. The gunmen executed displaced individuals and abducted others despite attempts by local police to repel the assault, which residents criticized as an inadequate security response. This incident occurred as the Viv Ansanm coalition, which already holds an estimated 70% of Port-au-Prince, continued its efforts to expand territorial control into surrounding areas.

conflict2d ago

Gang attack in Kenscoff near Port-au-Prince leaves 30 dead

At least 30 people were killed and up to 20 wounded during an overnight gang raid in the hillside town of Kenscoff, located near Port-au-Prince. Mayor Jean Massillon and the rights group RNDDH confirmed the attack, which involved the burning of several houses, including the residence of public health expert Jean William Pape. The Haitian government condemned the event and announced the deployment of security force reinforcements to the area. This incident occurred as the U.N.-backed Gang Suppression Force prepared to reach its full capacity of 5,500 troops by the fall.

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