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Kidnappers Pose as Police in Port-au-Prince Ransom Surge

2/19/2026

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Kidnappers posing as police officers are targeting Port-au-Prince victims as ransom abductions rise.
The United States Embassy in Port-au-Prince issued a security warning advising Americans to limit travel and avoid driving alone.
In the Delmas area, kidnappings have surged and armed gangs control significant parts of the city.
Haiti remains under a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory.

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Story summary

Kidnappers posing as police officers are targeting Port-au-Prince victims as ransom abductions rise.
The United States Embassy in Port-au-Prince issued a security warning advising Americans to limit travel and avoid driving alone.
In the Delmas area, kidnappings have surged and armed gangs control significant parts of the city.
Haiti remains under a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory.