The assassination of Haiti's former president, Jovenel Moïse, has taken a dramatic turn as Colombian mercenaries are now at the centre of the investigation. The brutal attack, which shocked the Caribbean nation, has left authorities scrambling for answers.
The Night of the Attack
Moïse was gunned down in his private residence in Port-au-Prince in the early hours of the morning. Witnesses reported hearing heavy gunfire before armed assailants stormed the property. The former president sustained multiple fatal wounds, while his wife was injured but survived.
Colombian Connection
Investigators have identified several Colombian nationals among the attackers, some of whom were former military personnel. Haitian officials confirmed that at least two suspects were killed in a shootout with police, while others were captured.
Political Turmoil Deepens
The assassination has plunged Haiti into further chaos, with interim leaders struggling to maintain order. The country was already grappling with political instability, gang violence, and economic collapse before Moïse's killing.
International Response
The United Nations and several nations, including the US, have condemned the attack. The Haitian government has requested international assistance to investigate the assassination and restore stability.
As the manhunt continues, questions remain about who orchestrated the attack and why. The involvement of foreign mercenaries suggests a complex web of conspiracy that authorities are only beginning to unravel.
