By Lewensky Alfred
Saint-Marc Saturday, May 4, 2024, Haiti - Gesner Fleuridort, a 23-year-old taxi driver, was brutally attacked by armed robbers while he was going about his daily work. His shocking story highlights the challenges faced by the people of Saint-Marc, left to fend for themselves in the face of rising violence and insecurity.
According to Gesner Fleuridort's testimony, it was around 10:20 a.m. when he picked up a passenger in front of the Frère Hervé de Saint-Marc school to go to Portail de Guêpe. When he arrived at his destination, a group of men surrounded him with machetes and stones, trying to steal his motorcycle. Despite his fierce struggle, he suffered serious injuries, including the cutting off of the little finger of his right hand, injuries to his right arm and several cuts to his face from stones thrown by the attackers.
Gesner Fleuridort was rushed to Saint Nicolas Hospital in Saint-Marc and was treated by medical staff. However, his case raises concerns about the safety of workers in the region, who face increasing risks every day.
In parallel with this attack, two young women, one of them aged 30, were admitted to hospital with serious head injuries, testifying to acts of violence inflicted by their partners. These cases of domestic violence highlight another dark aspect of the daily reality in Saint-Marc, where the lack of intervention by the authorities leaves the population vulnerable and desperate.
In the absence of intervention by local and national authorities, the population of Saint-Marc is left to fend for itself, facing increasing security challenges. Incidents such as the one experienced by Gesner Fleuridort highlight the urgency of concrete actions to strengthen the security of residents and put an end to the impunity of criminals.
Measures are needed to raise awareness among the population, strengthen the capacities of the local police and provide adequate support to victims of violence. The lack of an effective response to the security needs of the population jeopardizes the stability and well-being of the entire community of Saint-Marc.
In the face of this alarming situation, it is imperative that the authorities take immediate measures to protect citizens and restore confidence in the rule of law. The people of Saint-Marc deserve a safe and secure environment where they can go about their daily lives without fearing for their lives and safety.
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