Attack on National Penitentiary, Several Dangerous Criminals Escaped

The National Syndicate of the Haitian Police confirmed today that a massive breakout occurred at the National Penitentiary following an attack by armed gangs on Saturday evening.

This dramatic escape underscores the persistent challenges confronting the country’s penitentiary system, as well as the escalating violence orchestrated by criminal groups.

The incident, which unfolded on Saturday evening, was described as a coordinated operation by armed gangs who assaulted the National Penitentiary, releasing an as-yet undetermined number of inmates.

According to preliminary reports, several dangerous criminals managed to evade capture during this audacious assault, jeopardizing public safety and exacerbating the already heightened tensions in the country.