Stampede at Citadelle Laferrière in Haiti
Nine individuals, including police officers and ministry employees, were arrested by June 2, 2026, in connection with a stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière that killed at least 30 people on April 11, 2026. As of June 2, 2026, the Citadelle Laferrière is closed to visitors until further notice. The Ministry of Culture and Communication also fired two government officials for negligence and passivity following the incident, which injured dozens during an Easter gathering.
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June 2026 — 1 developments
Haiti: Nine arrested, two officials fired after Citadelle Laferrière stampede
Nine individuals, including police officers and ministry employees, have been arrested in connection with the stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière. The Ministry of Culture and Communication also fired two government officials for negligence and passivity following the incident. The Citadelle Laferrière has been closed to visitors until further notice.
April 2026 — 2 developments
Seven arrested, including five police officers, after Haiti stampede kills 25
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.
Stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière kills at least 30
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.