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Beloved Hotel Oloffson Closes Amid Haiti's Gang Violence

7/9/2025

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On July 6, 2025, Haiti's beloved Hotel Oloffson fell victim to gang violence, a heartbreaking blow to the nation's rich cultural tapestry. Once a lively gathering place for artists and diplomats, its closure due to rising insecurity left a void. Owner Richard Morse mourned the loss, revealing the hotel was not just a business, but a cherished home.

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On July 6, 2025, Haiti's beloved Hotel Oloffson fell victim to gang violence, a heartbreaking blow to the nation's rich cultural tapestry. Once a lively gathering place for artists and diplomats, its closure due to rising insecurity left a void. Owner Richard Morse mourned the loss, revealing the hotel was not just a business, but a cherished home.