NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 29, 2026Miami-Dade
Gang releases thirteen hostages following mass kidnapping in Haiti
A gang in Haiti has released six children and seven women who were among more than 50 people abducted during a deadly attack on a community near Port-au-Prince. The release occurred nearly one week after the initial mass kidnapping incident.
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The event highlights the ongoing security crisis in Haiti, where mass abductions by armed groups continue to impact the safety and freedom of local residents.
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Who's Mentioned
personLuis Ruiz Massieu“UN special envoy for Haiti.”organizationUNICEF“Facilitated the release of hostages and reported on the incident.”personIndrika Ratwatte“UN assistant secretary-general for humanitarian affairs.”personIzo 2“Gang leader who threatened to execute hostages.”locationHaiti“Country where the kidnapping and release took place.”personJennifer Locetta“U.S. deputy ambassador to the UN.”personYannig Dussart“UNICEF deputy representative in Haiti.”locationPort-au-Prince“Capital city of Haiti near where the attack occurred.”personDonald Trump“U.S. President referenced regarding deportation policies.”