Haitian gang kills at least 70 people as thousands flee, UN says
PORT-AU-PRINCE – Armed men belonging to the Gran Grif gang killed at least 70 people, including three infants, and forced at least 3,000 to flee as they swept through a Haitian town shooting automatic rifles at residents, the U.N. said on Friday. Read more…
A horrific massacre carried out by a Haitian gang has left at least 70 people dead, including three infants, according to the United Nations. This tragic incident has also forced over 3,000 individuals to flee their homes in fear for their lives.
The Gran Grif gang, armed with automatic rifles, reportedly swept through a town in Haiti with ruthless violence, shooting at residents indiscriminately. The brutality of this attack has shocked the nation and the international community, highlighting the pervasive issue of gang violence in the region.
The UN has condemned this massacre as a senseless act of violence that has resulted in an unimaginable loss of innocent lives. The organization has called for justice to be served and for measures to be taken to address the root causes of such violence in Haiti.
As news of this tragedy spreads, the world mourns for the victims and their families, and calls for an end to the cycle of violence and suffering that plagues Haiti. The need for increased security measures and support for those affected by gang violence is greater than ever.
Authorities in Haiti are working to apprehend those responsible for this heinous crime and to prevent further acts of violence in the future. The international community stands in solidarity with the people of Haiti during this difficult time and pledges support for efforts to bring peace and stability to the region.
As the investigation into this massacre continues, it is crucial for all stakeholders to come together to address the underlying issues that fuel gang violence in Haiti. Only through collaborative efforts and a commitment to justice and security can the cycle of violence be broken, and the people of Haiti be given the peace and stability they deserve.