At least three individuals, including two journalists and a police officer, were killed in a violent attack by gunmen during a gathering at Haiti's largest public hospital in Port-au-Prince. The shooting occurred as reporters congregated for the reopening ceremony of the State University of Haiti Hospital, commonly referred to as the General Hospital. Witnesses and local officials confirmed the assault on Tuesday morning, which left several others injured, exacerbating the ongoing crisis in the Caribbean nation.
#Gunmen Attack Hospital in Haiti: Journalists and Police Among the Victims
#Gunmen Attack Hospital in Haiti: Journalists and Police Among the Victims
A tragic incident unfolds in Haiti as gang violence escalates, claiming lives and sending a nation into turmoil.
The police have not yet released comprehensive details regarding the incident. However, a local gang leader, Johnson (Izo) André, associated with the Viv Ansanm gang coalition, claimed responsibility through social media. In response, Haiti's Prime Minister condemned the attack as a "heinous act" against an institution committed to health and life, underscoring the broader implications for societal stability.
Eyewitness Jephte Bazil, a reporter from Machann Zen Haïti, remarked on the shock of the events as gunfire continued in the background during his call from a nearby hospital. Video footage from the scene showed a grim sight, with bloodstained floors and bodies lying motionless.
As the situation unfolds, it raises pressing questions about the safety of journalists and citizens in Haiti, where gang influence has surged in recent years, leading to increased violence and instability. The government faces mounting pressure to provide security and restore order amidst this humanitarian crisis.
Haitians across the nation now fear for their safety, as the rampant gang violence continues to pose significant challenges to public health and safety, amplifying calls for international support and intervention.
Eyewitness Jephte Bazil, a reporter from Machann Zen Haïti, remarked on the shock of the events as gunfire continued in the background during his call from a nearby hospital. Video footage from the scene showed a grim sight, with bloodstained floors and bodies lying motionless.
As the situation unfolds, it raises pressing questions about the safety of journalists and citizens in Haiti, where gang influence has surged in recent years, leading to increased violence and instability. The government faces mounting pressure to provide security and restore order amidst this humanitarian crisis.
Haitians across the nation now fear for their safety, as the rampant gang violence continues to pose significant challenges to public health and safety, amplifying calls for international support and intervention.
