Gang Coalition Attacks Haitian Farming Community, Multiple Deaths Reported
A powerful gang coalition, identified as Viv Ansanm, launched a violent attack on the farming community of Kenscoff, located in the hills above Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. The attack, which occurred late Sunday, resulted in multiple deaths, homes being set ablaze,…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 24, 2026 —
Kenscoff, Haiti – A violent incursion by a gang coalition known as Viv Ansanm late Sunday has devastated the farming community of Kenscoff, situated in the hills overlooking Port-au-Prince. The attack resulted in multiple fatalities and widespread destruction, according to initial reports.
The assailants targeted homes, setting several residences ablaze. Among the structures damaged was a local church, adding to the significant destruction. The attack also saw residences belonging to community members, including those of a renowned doctor, specifically targeted.
The Viv Ansanm coalition, described as powerful, is reportedly behind the coordinated assault on the community. The full extent of the casualties and damage is still being assessed as the situation unfolds in the region.
Kenscoff is a vital agricultural hub for Haiti, known for its produce which supplies the capital and surrounding areas. The disruption caused by this attack is expected to have significant repercussions on local food supply chains and the livelihoods of the farming residents.
Details regarding the specific number of deaths or injuries have not yet been fully released. Further information on the motivations behind the attack and the immediate aftermath is expected as authorities and aid organizations assess the situation.
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