NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 29, 2026Miami-Dade
Gang releases 13 hostages following mass kidnapping near Port-au-Prince
A gang in Haiti has released six children and seven women who were among more than 50 people abducted during a deadly attack on a community near the capital nearly a week ago. The release was confirmed by UNICEF.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
The incident highlights the ongoing security crisis in Haiti, where mass kidnappings continue to impact the safety and movement of civilians.
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personLuis Ruiz Massieu“Informó sobre la indignación pública ante el ataque.”organizationUNICEF“Informó sobre la liberación de los niños y mujeres.”organizationNaciones Unidas“Coordinó la reunión de emergencia del Consejo de Seguridad.”locationKenscoff“Comunidad agrícola donde ocurrió el secuestro masivo y el ataque mortal.”personIndrika Ratwatte“Reportó cifras de desplazamiento y violencia de género.”personIzo 2“Encabeza el grupo armado responsable del ataque en Kenscoff.”locationHaití“The country where the kidnapping and release took place.”locationPuerto Príncipe“The capital city of Haiti near where the attack occurred.”personJennifer Locetta“Instó a proporcionar recursos para la seguridad en Haití.”personYannig Dussart“Comentó sobre la liberación de los rehenes.”