June 28, 2010. Government Warning Issued for Haiti

SOURCE:

U.S. Department of State

U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince issued the following Warden Message on June 25, 2010:

The U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince is issuing this Warden Message to alert U.S. citizens of a number of recent cases in which travelers arriving at Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince on flights from the United States were later attacked and robbed while traveling in cars away from the airport. At least two American citizens have been shot and killed in such incidents in recent months. Police authorities believe criminals may be targeting travelers arriving on flights from the U.S., following them, and attacking them later once they are out of the area. Travelers are advised to use extra caution in arranging transportation from the airport.

U.S. citizens are advised to maintain an increased level of vigilance when traveling in and around Port-au-Prince. They should be aware of their surroundings at all times.

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