08/29/2026
On Sunday, August 23rd, armed men attacked Kenscoff, a community located southeast from Haiti’s capital of Port-Au-Prince. At least 47 Haitian civilians were murdered and over 50 were kidnapped. This devastating attack is one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years.
A gang leader made a threatening post to social media, identifying himself as Izo 2, a reference to Izo, or Johnson André, one of Haiti’s most powerful gang leaders. In the post, he threatened Vladimir Paraison, Haiti’s National Police Director, stating: “Paraison, if any of our soldiers are hurt, I will kill all of them,” referring to the hostages.
With a very heavy heart, Two Mules gives our condolences to the victims of this devastating attack, as well as their loved ones. We sincerely send thoughts of hope, peace, and comfort to those impacted.