Thousands survived a brutal gang attack in Haiti that killed 70. Now they face an uncertain future
Thousands of Haitians are facing an uncertain future after surviving a brutal gang attack last week in a small town that killed at least 70 people
By PIERRE-RICHARD LUXAMA and DÁNICA COTO
Published - Oct 07, 2024, 10:36 PM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 06:33 PM EST
PONT-SONDÉ, Haiti (AP) — Under the cover of night, dozens of gang members crept toward the small town of Pont-Sondé in central Haiti armed with knives and assault rifles as families slept.
The gang had traveled from nearby Savien in vehicles they ditched halfway through the trip, climbing into canoes for the last stretch for a quiet approach.
Gunfire and screams woke the town. Those not shot dead were stabbed. Fires consumed homes.
“They tried to murder everyone,” said Jina Joseph, who survived.
