# Haiti police face public anger after gang attack kills 47

https://mins.news/en/item/34971

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-27 22:51 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/27/haiti-police-confront-public-frustration-after-deadly-gang-attack-kills-47?traffic_source=rss

> A gang attack in Kenscoff killed 47 people and led to the abduction of more than 50 others. Haiti’s national police is under mounting scrutiny for failing to curb armed-group violence, while a spokesperson said authorities could not disclose their response plans. A gang leader has threatened to execute hostages if police kill gang members.

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