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Escalating Gang Violence in Haiti Causes Alarming Rise in Casualties

Gang-related violence in Haiti led to 1,745 casualties between July and September 2023, a significant increase amid rising control of gangs in Port-au-Prince.

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Updated: Oct 30th, 2024, 8:10 PM ET

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According to a recent UN report, Haiti has seen a 30% increase in casualties due to gang violence, resulting in over 1,740 individuals killed or injured from July to September. This escalation coincides with gangs controlling 85% of Port-au-Prince, while police are implicated in numerous extrajudicial killings. The report highlights the dire humanitarian crisis and children’s vulnerability to gang recruitment amidst political instability and lack of state presence. The situation is compounded by severe poverty, leading to widespread displacement and increased sexual violence.

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