UN Condemns Massacre in Haiti That Killed Over 40 People
The United Nations has strongly condemned a violent massacre in Haiti that left more than 40 people dead. The attack took place in the fishing village of Labodrie, located north of Port-au-Prince. According to reports, armed gangs carried out the killings and set parts of the village on fire.
Witnesses said the violence began after a local gang leader named Vladimir, linked to the criminal alliance Viv Ansanm, was killed. In response, gangs launched a brutal revenge attack, leaving dozens of villagers dead and many more displaced.
The UN Secretary-General said this tragedy highlights the growing spread of gang violence in Haiti, which is no longer limited to the capital but now reaching rural communities. The UN has urged the Haitian government to ensure justice for the victims and take stronger measures against armed groups.
So far, the Haitian National Police have not issued an official statement about the massacre. Meanwhile, international observers continue to describe groups like Viv Ansanm as a major source of instability. The United States has already designated this gang alliance as a terrorist organization, pointing to its role in fueling insecurity.
With gang attacks in Haiti on the rise, residents are living in fear as criminal groups expand control over neighborhoods and threaten local communities.
Impact:
This massacre could bring more international pressure on Haiti to act against gangs. Stronger security steps and possible foreign assistance might be expected in the coming weeks.
