From The Boston Globe · · 1m 10s
Gangs Target Foreign Troops in Haiti
Haiti gangs attack Salvadoran soldiers in biggest assault since international force began operations.
In brief
Haiti gangs attack Salvadoran soldiers in biggest assault since international force began operations. Haiti gangs attacked four Salvadoran soldiers in Port-au-Prince, leaving them unaccounted for as the UN-backed gang suppression force faces increased violence. Originally reported by The Boston Globe.
Gang Attack on Salvadoran Troops
Gangs in Haiti opened fire on an armored vehicle over the weekend, leaving four soldiers from El Salvador unaccounted for.
Location of Attack
The attack occurred Sunday in Croix-des-Bouquets, a once-peaceful community in Port-au-Prince now controlled by violent gangs.
Salvadoran Military Statement
Salvadoran authorities said helicopters were dispatched but came under fire as they dispersed armed men in the area.
UN Deputy Representative
Wien-Weibert Arthus, Haiti’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, warned that gangs use weapons not made in Haiti.
UN Statistics on Violence
Gang violence has displaced nearly 1.5 million people with over 5,700 killed or injured from January to mid-September.
US Ambassador's Response
Mike Waltz, US ambassador to the UN, condemned the attack and said the soldiers likely survived but remain unaccounted for.
Gang Suppression Force Response
The gang suppression force warns gangs are testing it with increased attacks and reprisal killings in some areas.
The big picture
Haiti gangs attacked four Salvadoran soldiers in Port-au-Prince, leaving them unaccounted for as the UN-backed gang suppression force faces increased violence.
