Stampede at Citadelle Laferrière in Haiti
Seven individuals, including five police officers and two heritage site employees, were arrested on April 13, 2026, in connection with a stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière that killed at least 30 people and injured dozens on April 11, 2026. As of April 13, 2026: The Ministry of Culture and Communication also dismissed two state officials for alleged negligence related to the incident. The stampede occurred during an Easter gathering at the UNESCO World Heritage site, with investigations ongoing into the exact circumstances.
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Seven individuals, including five police officers and two heritage site employees, have been arrested in connection with the stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière.
Seven individuals, including five police officers and two heritage site employees, have been arrested in connection with the stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière. The incident on Saturday, April 11, 2026, claimed at least 25 lives and injured dozens during an Easter gathering. The Ministry of Culture and Communication also dismissed two state officials for alleged negligence.
A devastating stampede took place at the Citadelle Laferrière, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Haiti, leading to the deaths of at least 30 individuals.
A devastating stampede took place at the Citadelle Laferrière, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Haiti, leading to the deaths of at least 30 individuals. The exact circumstances that triggered the crush are still under investigation, but initial reports suggest a large crowd gathered at the historic fortress. Emergency services responded to the scene to assist the injured and manage the aftermath of the tragedy.