Horror as 47 dead and dozens kidnapped as armed men storm 'peaceful' Haiti neighbourhood

Gangs now control several areas of the country. 08:48, Wed, Aug 26, 2026 Updated: 08:50, Wed, Aug 26, 2026 People protest for police intervention after gangs attacked the city. (Image: AP)At least 47 people were killed, and more than 50 others kidnapped when armed men attacked what was once considered a peaceful commun

47 Killed, Dozens Kidnapped In Gang Attack Near Haiti’s Capital  HuffPost

Although Haiti has been ravaged by gangland warfare, the community of Kenscoff has avoided the worst of the violence - until a horrific mass kidnapping on Sunday

Gang leader threatens to kill hostages after attack in Kenscoff in which homes were also set alight ‘A massacre’: Haiti gangs carrying out mass killings At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 others kidnapped when armed men attacked a once peaceful community near Haiti’s capital at the weekend, the UN has sa