Haiti struggles with rise in kidnappings as general election looms
Kidnappings by armed gangs in Port‑au‑Prince increased 42 % in the first half of 2026, targeting high‑profile figures such as a police inspector general and a prominent lawyer.
- Published
- 2 Oct 2026 · 02:00 UTC
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- 3 / 5
Source: jamaica-gleaner.com
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