The Mayor of Kenscoff Escapes Death

On Saturday morning, Jean Massillon, the Mayor of Kenscoff, was attacked while attempting to provide assistance to displaced people in need. The convoy, composed of the mayor, the town hall administrator, and three police officers, was targeted by bandits. Despite the intensity of the gunfire, no casualties were reported.

Arrest for Rape and Abduction of a Minor

A patrol from the Southeast Departmental Law Enforcement Unit arrested Jean William (21) on Boulevard du Bord de Mer, located in the lower town of Jacmel, for his involvement in the rape and abduction of a 15-year-old girl. Jean William confessed to having had sexual intercourse with the underage victim on several occasions.

Terrorism : Arms Smuggling, More Severe Sanctions

Following the State Department's designation of the coalition of 27 gangs, "Viv Ansanm," and the "Gran Grif" gang, as foreign terrorist organizations and global terrorists, U.S. Ambassador Dennis B. Hanskins made it clear that, with this designation, the illegal export of weapons and ammunition to Haiti will no longer be treated as a simple violation of export regulations, but as "support for a terrorist group," the consequences and penalties of which are infinitely more severe.

A 6-year-old girl dies following rape

A 6-year-old girl tragically lost her life on the night of May 3, 2025, at Fontaine Hospital, near Cité Soleil. She was the victim of a brutal sexual assault in a displaced persons camp. According to initial reports, the alleged perpetrator also resided in the camp. Sadly, the child did not survive the attack.

Petite Rivière : 13,000 people have fled their homes

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that 13,000 people have fled their homes in Petite Rivière, Artibonite, due to the rise in gang violence. Most have found refuge with families already facing severe hardship. Despite limited access, the humanitarian community is attempting to assess needs. IOM is calling for an urgent response to support the affected populations.

The United States will not intervene militarily in Haiti

On Monday, May 5, 2025, the U.S. Ambassador to Haiti, Dennis B. Hankins, stated during a limited press briefing that the United States was not considering military intervention in Haiti. "The United States prioritizes strengthening the PNH and the Multinational Mission," he stated.

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