NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 31, 2026Miami-Dade
Residents attend funerals for victims of gang attack in Haiti
Hundreds of residents gathered at a church near Port-au-Prince to hold funeral services for four of the 47 people killed in a recent gang attack. The incident is part of ongoing, long-term violence affecting the country.
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The event highlights the ongoing impact of gang violence on local communities in Haiti, where 47 individuals were killed in a single attack.
Key Facts
- 47 people were killed in a gang attack in Haiti.
- Funeral services were held for four of the 47 victims on Sunday.
- The funeral took place at a church near Port-au-Prince.
- The attack is described as having a high level of brutality.
Who's Mentioned
personYvon Marleus“Kenscoff resident who lost a cousin in the attack.”organizationUNICEF“Involved in the release of 13 hostages.”personMarta Hurtado“Spokesperson for the UN Human Rights Office.”organizationUnited Nations“Provided statistics on the attack and displacement.”personPope Leo XIV“Condemned the massacre and called for the release of hostages.”locationPort-au-Prince“Location near where the funeral took place.”personJean Calixte Juste“Survivor of the attack.”personJean Robert Dorlus“Pastor who officiated the funeral services.”other47“Total number of victims killed in the gang attack.”