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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead and over 50 kidnapped

Armed men attacked a previously peaceful community near Port-au-Prince, resulting in at least 47 deaths and the kidnapping of more than 50 people. The United Nations reported the incident on Tuesday following the violence that occurred earlier this week.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights the ongoing security crisis in Haiti, which directly impacts the safety and stability of local communities near the capital.

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Who's Mentioned

organizationNaciones Unidas“The international body providing information on the attack.”locationHaití“The country where the violence took place.”locationPuerto Príncipe“The capital city of Haiti near where the attack occurred.”