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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade

Gang coalition attacks farming community in hills above Port-au-Prince

A gang coalition launched a violent attack on a farming community near Haiti's capital on Monday, resulting in multiple deaths. An official confirmed the incident to the Associated Press.

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Why It Matters

The attack impacts the safety and stability of a farming community near the capital, potentially affecting local food production and resident security.

Key Facts

  • A gang coalition attacked a farming community in the hills above Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
  • The attack resulted in multiple deaths.
  • The incident occurred on Monday.
  • The information was confirmed by an official to the Associated Press.

Who's Mentioned

personVladimir Paraison“Director of Haiti's National Police”personMathurin Pierre“Resident who reported losing 14 loved ones”organizationAssociated Press“News organization that reported the incident.”personJean "Bill" Pape“Doctor whose property was targeted”locationHaiti“Country where the attack occurred.”personJean Massillon“Mayor of Kenscoff”organizationViv Ansanm“Gang coalition designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S.”personJean Fritz Patterson Dorval“Head of Port-au-Prince’s prosecutor’s office”locationPort-au-Prince“Capital city of Haiti near the site of the attack.”