Haiti: at least 25 dead in a stampede at the Laferrière Citadel, UNESCO site

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: April 13, 2026Country: Haiti
Society & Lifestyle
Haiti: at least 25 dead in a stampede at the Laferrière Citadel, UNESCO site

Local authorities in Cap-Haïtien reported that a stampede during Easter festivities at the Laferrière Citadel resulted in at least 30 deaths and dozens of injuries. About 30 patients remained in the hospital on Sunday, while others were still missing. Autopsies began on April 12, raising concerns about crowd safety during large public gatherings.

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