Haitian Gang Releases Women and Children After Kidnapping Near Port-au-Prince
A Haitian gang released several women and children who were among more than 50 individuals kidnapped following a violent attack near Port-au-Prince.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 29, 2026 —
A group of women and children who were abducted in a recent violent incident near Port-au-Prince have been released by the gang responsible for their kidnapping.
The gang had taken more than 50 individuals in total following an attack. The specific number of women and children released, and the exact timeline of their release, were not immediately detailed. Information regarding the identities of the gang members or their specific demands was also not provided in the available summary.
The kidnapping occurred as a result of a violent attack that took place in the vicinity of Haiti’s capital. The nature of this attack and the circumstances leading to the mass abduction remain under review. Details concerning the condition of the released individuals were not specified.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced in the region, where gang activity has been a significant concern. The specific gang responsible for this act and any potential motives beyond the abduction were not disclosed. Further details on the remaining kidnapped individuals and ongoing efforts to secure their release were not made public.
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