Violence has erupted in Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite, a central Haitian town, as a powerful gang clashed with a local vigilante group. The conflict began early Sunday morning, according to regional officials.
Human rights activists report at least 30 people have died and dozens are missing following the gang’s renewed attack. The violence marks a continuation of a five-year period of spiraling gang warfare throughout the nation.
Haiti has been suffering from deadly gang violence for years, with frequent reports of murders, rapes, and kidnappings. The United Nations chief has warned the death toll could reach as high as 80.